specialise

Other forms: specialised; specialises; specialising

Definitions of specialise

1. verb

   devote oneself to a special area of work
   synonyms: specialize

   type of:

   work

   exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
2. verb

   evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment
   synonyms: differentiate, specialize, speciate

   type of:

   evolve

   undergo development or evolution
3. verb

   suit to a special purpose
   synonyms: specialize

   type of:

   modify

   make less severe or harsh or extreme
4. verb

   become more focus on an area of activity or field of study
   synonyms: narrow, narrow down, specialize

   antonyms:

   diversify

   vary in order to spread risk or to expand

   types:

   overspecialise, overspecialize

   become overly specialized

   type of:

   alter, change, vary

   become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
5. verb

   be specific about
   synonyms: particularise, particularize, specialize, specify

   types:

   spell out

   make explicit; specify in detail

   type of:

   dilate, elaborate, enlarge, expand, expatiate, exposit, expound, flesh out

   add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing