What does specialize mean?
Specialize means To make distinct or separate from what is common, particularly:.
Specialize
/ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/ · verb
Meaning
To make distinct or separate from what is common, particularly:.
Definitions by Sense
- To make distinct or separate from what is common, particularly:
- (intransitive) To become distinct or separate from what is common, particularly:
- (transitive) To train (someone) in a specialty.
Example Sentences
These cells specialized for propagation, however they may originate, are accordingly distinguished by a special name, that of Spores of Sporules.
"Kia, Honey, you got to help him to it," Bell Norton told the 16 year old girl she was "specializing" as part of the hospital's intensive care program for high risk babies and mothers.
Synonyms for specialize
Antonyms for specialize
Related Words
Word Forms
- specializes
- specializing
- specialized
- specialise
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for specialize?
Common synonyms include narrow, specify, narrow down, particularize.
What is the opposite of specialize?
Possible antonyms include generalize, branch out, diversify, generalise.
How do you use specialize in a sentence?
These cells specialized for propagation, however they may originate, are accordingly distinguished by a special name, that of Spores of Sporules.
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