special

/spˈɛʃəl/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

adjective

1. unique or specific to a person or thing or category
   “the particular demands of the job”
2. for a special service or occasion
   “a special correspondent”
3. surpassing what is common or usual or expected
   “he paid especial attention to her”
4. adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose
   “a special kind of paint”
5. having a specific function or scope
   “a special (or specific) role in the mission”
6. first and most important
   “his special interest is music”
7. added to a regular schedule
   “a special holiday flight”

noun

1. a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising
   “they are having a special on pork chops”
2. a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant
3. a television production that features a particular person or work or topic
   “the last of a series of BBC specials on Iran is being shown tonight”

Synonyms for special

• particular
• peculiar
• specific
• extraordinary
• especial
• exceptional
• uncommon
• specialized
• limited
• primary
• extra
• unscheduled

Words that rhyme with special

• especial
• meshell
• peschel
• preschel