Synonyms: differentiate, specialise, specialize, speciate
Definition: evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment
Similar words: evolve
Definition: undergo development or evolution
Usage: Modern man evolved a long time ago
Synonyms: narrow, narrow down, specialise, specialize
Definition: become more focus on an area of activity or field of study
Usage: She specializes in Near Eastern history
Similar words: vary, change, alter
Definition: become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
Usage: her mood changes in accordance with the weather; The supermarket's selection of vegetables varies according to the season
Synonyms: specialise, specialize
Definition: suit to a special purpose
Usage: specialize one's research; this kind of beak has become specialized in certain Galapagos finches
Similar words: modify
Definition: make less severe or harsh or extreme
Usage: please modify this letter to make it more polite; he modified his views on same-gender marriage
Synonyms: specialise, specialize, specify, particularise, particularize
Definition: be specific about
Usage: Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?
Similar words: lucubrate, dilate, elaborate, expand, expatiate, exposit, expound, enlarge, flesh out
Definition: add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
Usage: She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation
Synonyms: specialise, specialize
Definition: devote oneself to a special area of work
Usage: She specializes in honey bees; This baker specializes in French bread
Similar words: work
Definition: exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
Usage: I will work hard to improve my grades; she worked hard for better living conditions for the poor