especial

es·pe·cial (e spes̸h′əl, i-)

adjective

special; particular; outstanding; exceptional

Etymology: ME & OFr < L specialis

modif.

Modifies a noun

thank: Also especial thanks to the Lancashire Parish Register Society.
relevance: Of especial relevance to visitors to Confidence in the Word are the articles on the Bible.
attention: Delegates paid especial attention to a number of licensed historic buildings.
emphasis: Especial emphasis will be put on testing methods for OO systems.
significance: The very first chapter, entitled ' States of mind ' , is of especial significance.
importance: Of especial importance has been the availability of the Reporter on the Web.

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