What does special mean in English? Meaning of special definition and abbreviation with examples.
Meaning of "special": a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising
Noun
Meaning: a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertisingExample: they are having a special on pork chopsSynonyms: specialHypernyms: offer
offeringMeaning of "special": unique or specific to a person or thing or category
Adjective
Meaning: unique or specific to a person or thing or categoryExample: the particular demands of the job
has a particular preference for Chinese art
a peculiar bond of sympathy between them
an expression peculiar to Canadians
rights peculiar to the rich
the special features of a computer
my own special chairSynonyms: particular
peculiar
specialSimilar: specificMeaning of "special": a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant
Noun
Meaning: a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurantSynonyms: specialHypernyms: dishMeaning of "special": for a special service or occasion
Adjective
Meaning: for a special service or occasionExample: a special correspondent
a special adviser to the committee
had to get special permission for the eventSynonyms: specialSimilar: extraordinaryMeaning of "special": a television production that features a particular person or work or topic
Noun
Meaning: a television production that features a particular person or work or topicExample: the last of a series of BBC specials on Iran is being shown tonightSynonyms: specialHypernyms: television program
television show
tv program
tv showMeaning of "special": surpassing what is common or usual or expected
Adjective
Meaning: surpassing what is common or usual or expectedExample: he paid especial attention to her
exceptional kindness
a matter of particular and unusual importance
a special occasion
a special reason to confide in her
what's so special about the year 2000?Synonyms: especial
exceptional
particular
specialSimilar: uncommonMeaning of "special": adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose
Adjective
Meaning: adapted to or reserved for a particular purposeExample: a special kind of paint
a special medication for arthritisSynonyms: specialSimilar: specialised
specializedMeaning of "special": having a specific function or scope
Adjective
Meaning: having a specific function or scopeExample: a special (or specific) role in the missionSynonyms: limited
specialSimilar: specificMeaning of "special": first and most important
Adjective
Meaning: first and most importantExample: his special interest is music
she gets special (or particular) satisfaction from her volunteer workSynonyms: particular
specialSimilar: primaryMeaning of "special": added to a regular schedule
Adjective
Meaning: added to a regular scheduleExample: a special holiday flight
put on special buses for the big gameSynonyms: extra
specialSimilar: unscheduledAdjective: Distinguished by a unique or unusual quality. a special episode of a television seriesOf particular interest or value; certain; dear; beloved; favored. Everyone is special to someone.(euphemistic, derogatory) Retarded; mentally handicapped He goes to a special school.Constituting or relating to a species. The seven dark spots is a special property unique to Coccinella septempunctata.Chief in excellence. Shakespeare The king hath drawn / The special head of all the land together.Shakespeare The king hath drawn / The special head of all the land together.Synonyms:
limited, major, exclusive, certain, primary, appropriate, individual, proper, different, personal, main, exceptional, unusual, extraordinary, significant, particular, memorable, unique, peculiar, rare, specific, specialized, set, characteristic, express, choice, chief, gala, sole, best, first, definite, especial, festive, marked, momentous, out of the ordinary, red-letter, reserved, restricted, select, uncommon, unreal, determinate, smashing, defined, designated, earmarked,
Antonyms:
indefinite, unlimited, unrestricted, OK, minor, insignificant, unimportant, uncertain, unsuitable, like, similar, standard, usual, commonplace, worst, least, indistinctive, undistinguished, secondary, improper, common, general, ordinary, conventional, normal, regular, unnoteworthy, familiar,
