speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspe-shē-ˈa-lə-tē 

plural specialities

1

: a special mark or quality

2

: a special object or class of objects

3

a

: a special aptitude or skill

b

: specialty sense 3

Synonyms of speciality

• specialty

Examples of speciality in a Sentence

my speciality is linguistics

Recent Examples on the Web

The sweet buns with vanilla custard are a particular speciality, and the ice cream sundae has been a local staple for 80 years. — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 21 July 2026

Yang’s industrial zone focuses on LCD screens, new energy vehicles, batteries, robotics, speciality chemicals, and biomedicine. — Andy Browne, semafor.com, 14 July 2026

For this, Menegat drew from a study in classical architecture and historic preservation (a speciality of Landed Interiors). — Genevieve Walker, Architectural Digest, 11 July 2026

The four-course tasting menu focuses on the sea, with dishes showcasing regional specialities such as clipfish, cod, the catch of the day and even whale. — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for speciality

• banality
• bestiality
• brutality
• carnality
• centrality
• chirality
• duality
• fatality
• finality
• formality
• frugality
• legality

Kids Definition

speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspesh-ē-ˈal-ət-ē 

plural specialities

: specialty