How to Pronounce "nonspecific"
word
ˌnɑnspəˈsɪfɪk
non-spuh-SIF-ik
ˌnɒnspəˈsɪfɪk
non-spuh-SIF-ik
Definition
Not identified as belonging to one particular thing, person, or category. Often used when something is general or not clearly defined.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌnɑnspəˈsɪfɪk
British English
ˌnɒnspəˈsɪfɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
non-spuh-SIF-ik
UK
non-spuh-SIF-ik
Listen in Context
The patient had nonspecific symptoms like tiredness and headache.
We received a nonspecific answer to our question.
The test result was nonspecific and needed more investigation.
He gave a nonspecific reply, so I'm not sure what he really meant.