specialized

Meanings

Verb

• become more focus on an area of activity or field of study
• be specific about
• suit to a special purpose
  • "this kind of beak has become specialized in certain Galapagos finches"
• devote oneself to a special area of work
• evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment
• simple past and past participle of specialize

Adjective

• developed or designed for a special activity or function
  • "a specialized tool"

Adj

• Highly skilled in, or specifically adapted to, a specific field.

Synonyms

differentiate, narrow, narrow down, particularise, particularize, specialise, specialised, specialize, speciate, specify

Antonyms

diversify, generalize, unspecialized