especial — better or greater than what is usual; exceptional and particularly good
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: better or greater than what is usual; exceptional and particularly good
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈspeʃəl/
Example Sentences
- The teacher gave especial praise to students who helped their classmates.
- My grandmother has an especial talent for burning toast at exactly the wrong moment.
- This recipe requires especial attention to the timing of each ingredient.
especial
ADJECTIVE[/ɪˈspeʃəl/]
better or greater than what is usual; exceptional and particularly good
The grandmother gave her granddaughter especial care on her birthday morning.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'specialis', meaning 'of a particular kind or relating to appearance'. It entered English through Medieval French, evolving to mean 'exceptional' or 'distinguished from others'.
Breakdown
Latin 'specialis' combines spec- (from specere, 'to see' or 'to look at') + -alis (adjective-forming suffix), literally meaning 'of a particular kind or appearance'.
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📝Examples
“The teacher gave especial praise to students who helped their classmates.”
“My grandmother has an especial talent for burning toast at exactly the wrong moment.”
“This recipe requires especial attention to the timing of each ingredient.”
“He has an especial ability to find the longest line at the supermarket.”
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