adverb
- in a manner that is not specific, precise, or clearly defined; in a general or vague way
- in a way that does not target or affect a particular person, group, or thing; without discrimination or selectivity
Usage: often used in scientific, medical, or technical contexts
Examples
- The speaker addressed the topic nonspecifically, avoiding concrete details.
- The medication works nonspecifically on various types of bacteria.
- He complained nonspecifically about the service without explaining what went wrong.
- The immune system can respond nonspecifically to foreign invaders.
- The report discussed the problem nonspecifically rather than naming individuals.
- The drug affects multiple cell types nonspecifically.