Specific
Yes, specific is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does specific mean?
noun
- a fact about some part (as opposed to general)
he always reasons from the particular to the general
- a medicine that has a mitigating effect on a specific disease
quinine is a specific for malaria
adjective
- (sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique
rules with specific application
- stated explicitly or in detail
needed a specific amount
- relating to or distinguishing or constituting a taxonomic species
specific characters
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for specific
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of specific
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SPECIFIC.
Words you can make from specific
Frequently asked questions
Is specific a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Specific is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is specific worth in Scrabble?
Specific is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does specific mean?
Specific means: a fact about some part (as opposed to general).