SPECIALLY Synonyms: 153 Similar and Opposite Words

specially

adverb

ˈspe-sh(ə-)lē

Definition of specially

as in especially

in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail the supplementary material was specially intended to address earlier accusations of cultural bias

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as in extremely

to a great degree a specially gifted pianist

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Recent Examples of specially Jetta was trained to swim to the pool’s edge three times a day and inhale deeply through the nebulizer, which was crafted specially for a beluga blowhole. — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2026 The young lady had specially flown in from New York and Alan had concocted a piece of simple blackmail. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 15 Sep. 2026 Instead of a kitschy thatch and beach-bar aesthetic, Latitude 29 immerses visitors in polished antique woods that were specially commissioned by neo-tiki artists Bosko Hrnjak and Danny Gallardo. — Kristin Braswell, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Sep. 2026 The grounds crew uses Japanese Okatsune shears, specially made for trimming hedges. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for specially

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Adverb

That formula feels even more relevant today, and what makes the T especially compelling is that its emphasis on driver engagement does not come at the cost of day-to-day livability.

— Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
For Obsession writer-director Curry Barker, rolling out a follow-up to the biggest surprise breakout of the year is a pretty daunting task — especially given Barker cast himself in the film’s lead role.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of especially

Adverb

Some wondered whether Schrödinger’s equation might be an approximation that works extremely well at the microscopic scale but breaks down at the macroscopic scale, which would mean the measurement postulate of the Copenhagen interpretation is right.

— Philipp Strasberg, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
In the meantime, no one should refrain from using sunscreen, which is extremely well-proven to cause cancer.

— Tracy Middleton, Allure, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of extremely

Adverb

These outcomes can be particularly influential for Gen Z investors building a lifelong financial foundation.

— Aneri Jambusaria, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
By changing these layers, researchers hope to vastly improve the function of devices — particularly smaller, wearable, and biodegradable ones.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of particularly

Adverb

And Winnie-the-Pooh continues to sit, in a thoughtful sort of way, which is what very old bears in very nice glass cases mostly do.

— STEVE HENDRIX THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2026
The Dolphins’ attendance has dropped significantly so far this season, albeit in a very limited sample size.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of very

Adverb

In August, the health board designated a $250,000 fund for rat abatement — so far the only public money in Idaho specifically earmarked to combat the nuisance.

— Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 16 Oct. 2026
The measure specifically exempts pensions and most individual retirement accounts from the tax, with the exception of Roth IRA and other Roth-type accounts worth $10 million or more — a balance compiled almost exclusively by the 1%.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of specifically

Adverb

There is not enough evidence on the effects of ingesting large amounts or highly concentrated clove formulations, especially for people who are pregnant or nursing.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026
The tank contained 6,000 to 7,000 gallons of highly flammable methyl methacrylate.

— Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of highly

Adverb

Hernández said the group wanted to use the platform to bring further awareness to the struggles immigrants continue to face in this country with an audience that notably skews more American than Los Tigres is accustomed to.

— Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Most notably, spirits consumption in Suntoryâ€™s largest markets has been in decline after peaking during the pandemic.

— Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of notably

Adverb

While these issues can be addressed, the costs can be incredibly high, and under Florida law, developers are only on the hook for anything identified within the first seven years after a building is handed over to the homeowners association.

— Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026
The pre-selection debates about three- or four-loss SEC squads and some team no one actually watches will prove incredibly tiresome, too.

— Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 19 Oct. 2026

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