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Defined vs Specified - What's the difference?

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As verbs the difference between defined and specified

is that defined is past tense of define while specified is past tense of specify.

As adjectives the difference between defined and specified

is that defined is having a definition or value while specified is thoroughly explained; adequately commented.

defined

Verb

(head)
  • (define)
  • Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Having a definition or value.
  • (bodybuilding) Having extreme muscle separation as a result of low body fat.
  • Antonyms

    * (having a definition or value) undefined

    specified

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Thoroughly explained; adequately commented.
  • Antonyms

    * unspecified

    Verb

    (head)
  • (specify)