1. past tense of 'be' combined with the adverb 'specifically', indicating that something occurred or was true in a precise, particular, or explicit manner
The instruction was specifically designed for beginners.
A instrução foi especificamente projetada para iniciantes.
2. emphasizing that something applied to or concerned a particular person, thing, or situation rather than generally
She was specifically chosen for this role.
Ela foi especificamente escolhida para este papel.