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- pronunciation:
- spe
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
having a distinct or singular character that makes something distinguishable from other members of the same category.
a special type of knee brace- synonyms:
- distinct, distinctive, particular, specific, unique
- antonyms:
- generic
- similar words:
- certain, definite, different, exact, individual, peculiar, precise, singular
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| definition 2: |
unusual or exceptional in a specific way.
a special meaning in his glance- synonyms:
- distinctive, exceptional, particular, singular
- antonyms:
- ordinary, regular
- similar words:
- characteristic, especial, extraordinary, memorable, novel, peculiar, remarkable, uncommon, unconventional, unorthodox, unusual
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| definition 3: |
having a particular or specific function.
his special dutiesa special agent- synonyms:
- specialized
- antonyms:
- regular
- similar words:
- elite, exclusive, individual, particular, peculiar, personal, private, proper, select, specific
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| definition 4: |
singular and notable, as an occasion.
- synonyms:
- momentous, notable
- antonyms:
- commonplace, everyday, ordinary
- similar words:
- distinguished, eminent, especial, extra, extraordinary, golden, great, important, noteworthy, occasional, remarkable, signal, significant, singular
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| definition 5: |
highly esteemed; close.
her special friend- synonyms:
- bosom, close, intimate
- similar words:
- ardent, constant, dear, devoted, esteemed, faithful, fast, fervent, good, honored, loyal, respected, steadfast, tight, true
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| definition 6: |
additional; extra.
a special offer- synonyms:
- extra
- similar words:
- added, additional, featured
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| related words: |
characteristic, choice, exceptional, notable, specific, trick, typical |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a sale of certain items for reduced prices.
The supermarket had a special last week.- synonyms:
- sale
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| definition 2: |
an extra edition of a newspaper.
- synonyms:
- extra
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| definition 3: |
a single television program that features a particular subject, such as an issue, event, or person.
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| derivation: |
specially (adv.) |
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