specialization
Definitions
The process of concentrating on and becoming expert in a particular subject or skill.
The adaptation of an organism or organ to a special function or environment.
The act of limiting something to a particular purpose or area of activity.
Examples
The medical field requires a high degree of specialization to ensure patient safety.
His specialization in ancient history made him the perfect candidate for the museum curator position.
Economic specialization allows countries to focus on producing goods where they have a comparative advantage.
Synonyms
expertise niche focus proficiency specialty mastery particularization
Antonyms
generalization diversification broadening universality amateurism incompetence variety