specially

adverb

spe·​cial·​ly ˈspe-sh(ə-)lē 

1

: in a special manner

treated her friends specially

2

a

: for a special purpose

dresses made specially for the occasion

b

: in particular : specifically

made specially for you

3

: especially sense 2

makes a specially fine curry

was specially pleased with the gift

Synonyms

• especially
• particularly
• specifically
• notably

Examples of specially in a Sentence

dresses made specially for a wedding

The speech was written specially for the occasion.

The room was specially designed to be used as a library.

I was specially pleased with your gift.

people who are not specially gifted

I don't want to be treated specially.

Recent Examples on the Web

In mice that were specially bred to develop the same kinds of brain changes as humans with Alzheimer’s disease, a low-lithium diet revved the buildup of sticky proteins that form plaques and tangles in the brains that are hallmarks of the disease. —Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025

Zendaya also made sure to accessorize with her stunning engagement ring, chosen specially for her by Holland. —Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2025

Bodyweight exercises are incredibly effective, specially when they’re done with intention, said Rosenthal. —Sherri Gordon, Health, 4 Aug. 2025

Also entered via a bridge over water, the single-level dwelling comes with a bedroom, bath, living area, and kitchenette, plus a covered pavilion that’s specially designed for tea ceremonies. —Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1