Especially
adverb
To a great extent; very much.
I liked the second movie, especially the ending.
Often appears as...
- especially important
- especially good
adverb
Used to single out one person or thing over all others.
He has trouble trusting people, especially women.
Often appears as...
- especially true
- especially useful
adverb
Used to emphasis the purpose of something or the necessity for it.
The room is especially designed for children with special needs.
Often appears as...
- especially designed
- especially made
adverb
To a great extent; very much.
I liked the second movie, especially the ending.
Often appears as...
- especially important
- especially good
adverb
Used to single out one person or thing over all others.
He has trouble trusting people, especially women.
Often appears as...
- especially true
- especially useful
adverb
Used to emphasis the purpose of something or the necessity for it.
The room is especially designed for children with special needs.
Often appears as...
- especially designed
- especially made
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Intensity Emphasis
Use 'especially' to intensify an adjective or adverb, making something stand out as more notable.
She's fast at typing, especially when under pressure.
Pro Tip 2/3Comparative Highlight
'Especially' often compares, emphasizing one item's superiority in a group.
All the desserts were delicious, especially the chocolate cake.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive Focus
Use 'especially' to highlight a positive aspect in a negative situation.
The trip was exhausting but especially rewarding.
Pro Tip 1/3Intensity Emphasis
Use 'especially' to intensify an adjective or adverb, making something stand out as more notable.
She's fast at typing, especially when under pressure.
Pro Tip 2/3Comparative Highlight
'Especially' often compares, emphasizing one item's superiority in a group.
All the desserts were delicious, especially the chocolate cake.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive Focus
Use 'especially' to highlight a positive aspect in a negative situation.
The trip was exhausting but especially rewarding.
Pro Tip 1/3Intensity Emphasis
Use 'especially' to intensify an adjective or adverb, making something stand out as more notable.
She's fast at typing, especially when under pressure.
Pro Tip 2/3Comparative Highlight
'Especially' often compares, emphasizing one item's superiority in a group.
All the desserts were delicious, especially the chocolate cake.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive Focus
Use 'especially' to highlight a positive aspect in a negative situation.
The trip was exhausting but especially rewarding.
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