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especial Definition

es·pe·cial (e spes̸həl, i-)

adjective

special; particular; outstanding; exceptional

Etymology: ME & OFr < L specialis

especial Synonyms

especial

modif.

special, particular, exceptional; see special 1, unusual 1, 2. See syn. study at special.

especial Usage Examples

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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