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Synonyms & Similar Words
expertise
specialty
skill
talent
knack
aptitude
faculty
capability
capacity
proficiency
mastery
virtuosity
artistry
craftsmanship
dexterity
adroitness
deftness
cleverness
ingenuity
resourcefulness
cleverness
nimbleness
quickness
agility
brilliance
excellence
distinction
specialization
forte
strongpoint
metier
profession
occupation
vocation
calling
avocation
hobby
pursuit
interest
field
domain
area
realm
territory
discipline
branch
department
section.
Meaning of Specialty
According to Merriam-Webster, "specialty" refers to a special or unusual kind, a special aptitude or talent, or a medical specialty.
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines "specialty" as a pursuit, activity, or subject in which someone is particularly skilled or interested, or a medical specialty.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "specialty" as a subject or activity that someone knows a lot about or is very good at, or a type of food or product that is made or sold in a particular place.
Example Uses
- The hospital is known for its specialty in cardiac surgery.
- She has a specialty for languages and can speak five different ones fluently.
- The restaurant's specialty is their famous BBQ ribs.
- He has a medical specialty in pediatrics and has been working with children for years.
- The company's specialty is providing IT solutions for small businesses.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
weakness
inability
incompetence
ineptness
ignorance
inexperience
inaptitude
incapacity
lack
shortcoming
limitation
restriction
hindrance
obstacle
drawback
disadvantage
flaw
fault
deficiency
imperfection
inadequacy
insufficiency.