adj
specialized
adj
1
Designed for or skilled in one particular purpose or area, rather than general use.
"The hospital has a specialized unit for burn victims."
"She uses highly specialized software for the job."
How to Use Specialized
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMade or trained for a narrow, specific purpose rather than general use.
UK vs US
British English also spells this "specialised."
Word Forms
more specialized comparative, most specialized superlative
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Rhymes for specialized
sized
prized
baptized
utilized
civilized
idealized
organized
oversized
localized
motorized
mobilized
energized
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