specialize
Translation
to specialise
Examples
He decided to specialize in pediatrics.
He decided to specialise in paediatrics.
The company specializes in custom software.
The company specialises in custom software.
Grammar Patterns
to specialize in ((sth.)) to spend most of your time studying one particular subject or doing one type of business She specializes in contract law.
Similar Words
Synonyms: focus on, concentrate on; Antonyms: generalize
Etymology
From 'special' + '-ize' (a verb-forming suffix). It means to make something special or specific.
Memory Tips
To become a 'specialist', you must first 'specialize'.