Specific and Specified

Specific

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

Specified is a synonym for specific in particular topic. In some cases you can use "Specified" instead an adjective "Specific".

Specified

Specified adjective - Clearly and explicitly stated.
Usage example: meals are at specified times
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Specific is a synonym for specified. You can use "Specific" instead an adjective "Specified".

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