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especially

/ɪˈspɛʃ.(ə.)li/adverb3 syllables

Especially means: to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common.

Synonyms for especially5

adverb, as in to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

particularly, peculiarly, specially

adverb, as in in a special manner

specially

also used for especially

in particular, first and foremost

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What does especially mean?2

adverb

1

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common“he was particularly fussy about spelling”

2

in a special manner“a specially arranged dinner”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with especially?1

two syllables

freshly
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Especially in a sentence

  • I like a good crime novel, especially procedurals.halfb1t
  • I always hated dodgeball, especially after the ball hit me in the face.unknown
  • Acne is a very common problem, especially among teenagers.Hybrid
  • It's tough to make predictions, especially about the future!darinmex
  • Some of the ingredients are harmful, especially if you are pregnant.Dejo
  • She always says nice things about him, especially when he's around.CK
  • Children need love, especially when they don't deserve it.karloelkebekio
  • Heavy downpours are increasing nationally, especially over the last three to five decades.Hybrid

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