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Antonym of Specimen

Noun

The antonym of specimen is average.

Sense 1

Definition: A typical or usual representative of a group; not extraordinary or special.

Example Sentences:

• He is just an average student, not exceptionally bright or talented.
• The temperature in this city is average for this time of year.

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Sense 2

Definition: The result obtained by adding several quantities together and then dividing this total by the number of quantities; the arithmetic mean.

Example Sentences:

• The average of 1, 2, and 3 is 2.
• To calculate the average, add up all the numbers and divide by the count.

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Adjective

The antonym of specimen as an adjective is generic.

Sense 1

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class; not specific.

Example Sentences:

• The packaging had a generic design in order to appeal to a wide range of customers.
• The medication is available in both brand-name and generic versions.

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Verb

The antonym of specimen as a verb is average.

Sense 1

Definition: Obtain or calculate the arithmetical average or mean of (a series of numbers).

Example Sentences:

• Please average the test scores and let me know the result.
• They decided to average the data to obtain a more reliable number.

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