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specify vs name

name vs specify

specify is not a noun while name is a noun.

specify and name both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
specify No No Yes No
name Yes No Yes No
As verbs, name is a hyponym of specify; that is, name is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than specify:
  • specify: decide upon or fix definitely
  • name: mention and identify by name
Other hyponyms of specify include quantify, reset, define.
specify (noun) name (noun)
by the sanction or authority of
a language unit by which a person or thing is known
a defamatory or abusive word or phrase
family based on male descent
a well-known or notable person
a person's reputation
specify (verb) name (verb)
design or destine determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
define clearly identify as in botany or biology, for example
select something or someone for a specific purpose give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property
be specific about assign a specified (usually proper) name to
decide upon or fix definitely make reference to
specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement mention and identify by name
determine the essential quality of give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of
create and charge with a task or function
charge with a function; charge to be
Difference between specify and name

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