Limited and Specific

Limited

Limited adjective - Having distinct or certain limits.
Usage example: to avoid overcrowding, the number of tickets to the outdoor concerts is limited

Specific is a synonym for limited. In some cases you can use "Specific" instead an adjective "Limited".

Nearby Words: limit, limitation, limiting

Specific

Specific adjective - Of a particular or exact sort.
Usage example: we need a specific type of pen to sign the diplomas

Limited is a synonym for specific in particular topic. Sometimes you can use "Limited" instead an adjective "Specific", if it concerns topics such as precise.

Both words in one sentence

  • In earlier editions (1st/2nd and Pathfinder) they are entirely immune to magic, with extremely limited and specific exceptions.
  • The Three Kings: Hunt: The Mages who get magical powers which can be very powerful but are also very specific and limited; these same powers also cause mages to be hunted down and killed by wizards.
  • Their abilities are generally very specific and limited and may be useless in some situations, rendering the characters just as helpless as normal un-powered humans.
    Source: Super Weight
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