specially
Adverb
- in a special manner
- "a specially arranged dinner"
- to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
- "an especially (or specially) cautious approach to the danger"
Adv
- For a special purpose, person, or occasion.
- extremely
- in particular
Examples
- I had my insoles specially made.
- I love all animals, specially cute furry ones.
- She's specially good at running.
- The school is specially for any child whose schooling was disrupted by illness.
- The train is waiting specially for a high-ranking diplomat.
- We had this cake made specially for your birthday.
Origin / Etymology
From Middle English specialli, specially, equivalent to special + -ly.
Synonyms
especially, particularly, peculiarly, exceedingly, for a special purpose, passing, quite, specifically, very
Scrabble Score: 16
specially: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Wordspecially: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
specially: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary
Words With Friends Score: 19
specially: valid Words With Friends Word