particularly

adverb

par·​tic·​u·​lar·​ly pər-ˈti-kyə-(lər-)lē 

pə-ˈti-kyə-(lər-)lē,

-ˈti-kyə-lə-lē;

-ˈti-k(ə-)lē 

 also  pär-

1

: in a particular manner : in detail

2

: to an unusual degree

a particularly dry summer

particularly stormy weather

3

: in particular : specifically

The tools were useful, particularly the knife.

Synonyms

• especially
• specifically

Examples of particularly in a Sentence

Pay particularly close attention to the second paragraph.

all of you, but particularly anyone with a problem, should feel free to contact me at any time

Recent Examples on the Web

Doherty appeared in 111 episodes before leaving the series at the end of season four, amid reports of friction with other cast members, particularly Garth. —Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 July 2024

Yet nearly a year after the strike began, according to interviews with more than a dozen SAG-AFTRA members, some actors still find the use of digital technology, particularly the creation of digital replicas, a potent threat to their livelihoods. —Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 14 July 2024

Still, the shooting provided a new and particularly powerful example of yet another American institution — this time the electoral process — falling victim to the vast proliferation of modern firearms. —Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2024

Many Biden supporters, particularly rank-and-file Democrats, are frustrated to the point of anger that Trump seems to be getting a pass — not only for his record of lies, but also for his often rambling performances and verbal flubs. —Dan Balz, Washington Post, 13 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing particularly

• not particularly

Kids Definition

particularly

adverb

par·​tic·​u·​lar·​ly pə(r)-ˈtik-yə-(lər-)lē  -yə-lə-lē 

pə(r)-ˈtik-(ə-)lē

1

: in a particular manner

2

: to an unusual degree : especially