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SPECIAL

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 17 meanings of the word Special.

How to pronounce special:

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Special - as a noun

A special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising

Example: "They are having a special on pork chops"

A dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant

A television production that features a particular person or work or topic

Example: "The last of a series of bbc specials on iran is being shown tonight"

Special - as an adjective satellite

Unique or specific to a person or thing or category

Example: "The particular demands of the job"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
particular14peculiar12

For a special service or occasion

Example: "A special correspondent"

Surpassing what is common or usual or expected

Example: "He paid especial attention to her"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
especial12exceptional22particular14

Adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose

Example: "A special kind of paint"

Having a specific function or scope

Example: "A special (or specific) role in the mission"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
limited10

First and most important

Example: "His special interest is music"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
particular14

Added to a regular schedule

Example: "A special holiday flight"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
extra12

Special - as a verb

(nursing) to supervise a patient one-on-one.

Special - as an adjective

Distinguished by a unique or unusual quality.

Example: "A special episode of a television series"

Of particular personal interest or value; dear; beloved.

Example: "Everyone is special to someone."

Of or related to learning or intellectual disabilities.

Example: "He goes to a special school."

Constituting or relating to a species.

Example: "The seven dark spots is a special property unique to coccinella septempunctata."

Chief in excellence.

Of or related to unconventional warfare, as in "special forces" and "special operations".

Example Sentences

"This is a special occasion."
"She received a special award for her achievements."
"The company offers special discounts for members."
"He prepared a special meal for his guests."
"My grandmother has a special place in my heart."
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Word Game Points

Is SPECIAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, special is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SPECIAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SPECIAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, special is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPECIAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is SPECIAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, special is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SPECIAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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