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specialize vs overspecialise

overspecialise vs specialize

specialize and overspecialise both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
specialize No No Yes No
overspecialise No No Yes No
As verbs, overspecialise is a hyponym of specialize; that is, overspecialise is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than specialize:
  • specialize: become more focused on an area of activity or field of study
  • overspecialise: become overly specialized
Other hyponyms of specialize include overspecialize.
specialize (verb) overspecialise (verb)
become more focused on an area of activity or field of study become overly specialized
suit to a special purpose
evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment
be specific about
devote oneself to a special area of work
Difference between specialize and overspecialise

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