ESPECIALLY Synonyms: 160 Similar and Opposite Words

especially

adverb

i-ˈspe-shə-lē

Definition of especially

as in particularly

in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others all employees, but especially the administrative assistants, will need to learn to use the new phone system

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as in extremely

to a great degree that university is especially strong in the sciences

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as in notably

in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail he especially minded the proposed changes to the work schedule

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Recent Examples of especially Controlling cracks is especially important in large concrete arches, since temperature changes and internal stresses can affect the structure as the concrete sets. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026 So there are a lot of reasons to believe that Canada has a lot to contribute to the world, especially in this era of tumult. — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Those concerns are especially relevant for local broadcasters. — Robin Rossenfeld, Denver Post, 28 Aug. 2026 But several left-wing Democrats, especially El-Sayed, have campaigned with Piker and elevated him into one of their most prominent surrogates. — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for especially

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Adverb

As the affiliate industry grows, particularly for fashion brands and beauty brands which increasingly route a growing share of sales through such links, the answer is getting harder to parse.

— Tom Matsuda, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026
The monsoon season can be a particularly dangerous time in mountain canyons in Utah and the Southwest.

— Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of particularly

Adverb

This pre-seasoned, ¼ inch thick steel heat extremely evenly with minimal disparity between the center and edges.

— Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026
Search for jet quenching Previous experiments suggest that a millionth of a second after the Big Bang, even as temperatures remained extremely high, matter did not behave like gas but instead like liquid with very low viscosity.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of extremely

Adverb

Most notably, corporate psychopaths are often seen as charming, strong communicators, and interpersonally skilled.

— Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
But what else is clear is where the Chiefs could still use some depth — linebacker and defensive tackle most notably.

— Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of notably

Adverb

The Bengals’ shift to more under-center, specifically running 12 and 13 personnel out of it, played into Grandy’s strengths.

— Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Efforts to cancel the event The controversy escalated after social media posts characterized the event as a drag show specifically intended for children.

— Evan Moore August 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of specifically

Adverb

The Fed chairman, who took office in May for a four-year term, has so far shared very little commentary on the state of the economy or policy outlook.

— Jenni Reid, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
With Adults, being funny is what matters most, and in that regard, this is a very promising premiere.

— Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of very

Adverb

Her husband had one on, too, which made the twinning moment even cuter.

— Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026
And while von Furstenberg gravitated to something more minimalist and streamlined for her look, there’s plenty of options out there for the more flamboyant sun-seekers, too.

— Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026

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