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In a specific manner.

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    That is to say: namely, scilicet, videlicet. Idioms: to wit. See specific/general.

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Definition: expressly, particularly
Antonyms: broadly, generally

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IN BRIEF: Exactly. Also: Only.

pronunciation I went to a general store.They wouldn't let me buy anything specifically. — Steven Wright

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The adverb has one meaning:

Meaning #1: in distinction from others
  Antonym: generally (meaning #2)
  Derived from adjective: specific (meaning #1)

 
 
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