particularly — especially; more than usual or more than others
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: especially; more than usual or more than others
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈtɪkjələrli/
Example Sentences
- I'm particularly bad at waking up early, especially on weekends.
- The weather has been particularly cold this winter.
- He's particularly talented at making excuses for being late.
particularly
ADVERB[/pərˈtɪkjələrli/]
especially; more than usual or more than others
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'particularis' meaning 'of or concerning a single part or individual,' derived from 'particula' (small part, particle) and the suffix '-aris' (relating to). The word entered English through Old French 'particulier.'
Breakdown
particular (from Latin particularis: partic- (part) + -ul- (diminutive) + -ar (relating to)) + -ly (adverb suffix) = particularly
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I'm particularly bad at waking up early, especially on weekends.”
“The weather has been particularly cold this winter.”
“He's particularly talented at making excuses for being late.”
“This restaurant is particularly famous for its spicy noodles.”
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