speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspe-shē-ˈa-lə-tē How to pronounce speciality (audio)
plural specialities
Synonyms of specialitynext
1
: a special mark or quality
2
: a special object or class of objects
3
a
: a special aptitude or skill

Synonyms of speciality

Examples of speciality in a Sentence

my speciality is linguistics
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Glossy nails of all varieties are a speciality of Bachik, who gave Gomez the viral lip gloss manicure in 2023 (Jennifer Lopez was a fan of the look, too). Maria Goldbach, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026 The happy hour menu is filled with small bites, speciality drinks, wines and mocktails. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026 The Romans are the best at that — that’s their speciality. Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 14 Feb. 2026 Other specialities include a BBQ Chicken Pizza and the Pizza a la Vodka, with that signature orange-red sauce. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for speciality

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of speciality was in 1625

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Speciality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speciality. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

speciality

noun
spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspesh-ē-ˈal-ət-ē How to pronounce speciality (audio)
plural specialities
Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster