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specify vs select

select vs specify

specify is not an adjective while select is an adjective.

specify and select both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
specify No No Yes No
select No Yes Yes No
As verbs, select is a hypernym of specify; that is, select is a word with a broader meaning than specify:
  • specify: select something or someone for a specific purpose
  • select: pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
Other hypernyms of specify include choose, pick out, take.
As verbs, select is a hypernym of specify; that is, select is a word with a broader meaning than specify:
  • specify: decide upon or fix definitely
  • select: pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
Other hypernyms of specify include choose, pick out, take.
specify (adjective) select (adjective)
selected or chosen for special qualifications
of superior grade
specify (verb) select (verb)
design or destine pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
define clearly
select something or someone for a specific purpose
be specific about
decide upon or fix definitely
specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement
determine the essential quality of
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