Definition

Describing something that has been determined or set beforehand.

Example

The project must follow the prespecified guidelines to ensure consistency.

Conversation

Did you see the schedule for our project meeting?

Yeah, I noticed it has a prespecified time.

I hope everyone can stick to that time to avoid confusion.

Definitely, it helps if we all know the prespecified details in advance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prespecified → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "specify" (from Latin "specificare", meaning to make specific or particular). The word "prespecified" means something that has been made specific or defined beforehand.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has been defined or made specific 'before' ('pre-') it happens.

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