unspecific

adjective

un·​spe·​cif·​ic ˌən-spi-ˈsi-fik How to pronounce unspecific (audio)
Synonyms of unspecificnext
: not free from ambiguity : not specific
an unspecific word
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The review found nothing actionable because the allegations were anonymous and unspecific, the person with knowledge of the probe said. — CBS News, 31 July 2026 Because of unspecific language specifically in Missouri statutes or subjectivity of officers issuing violations, different circumstances with pets may result in different outcomes. — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 21 July 2026 Sieber's view of the winning institution is deliberately unspecific about the brand. — Azeem Khan, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 The government will be fictional and unspecific, but the problems will be real. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unspecific

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unspecific was in 1807

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“Unspecific.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unspecific. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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