specially
adverbcommon in dialogue
- //ˈspɛʃəli//
For a special purpose, person, or occasion.
adverb
- 1
For a special purpose, person, or occasion.
We had this cake made specially for your birthday.
The train is waiting specially for a high-ranking diplomat.
The school is specially for any child whose schooling was disrupted by illness.
I had my insoles specially made.
- 2
extremely
She's specially good at running.
- 3
in particular
I love all animals, specially cute furry ones.
Etymology
From Middle English specialli, specially, equivalent to special + -ly.
specialist · Specialised, involving detailed knowledge of a restricted…specialize · To make distinct or separate from what is common To narrow in…specialized · Highly skilled in, or specifically adapted to, a specific…
specially · For a special purpose, person, or occasion.
specialty · That in which one specializes; a chosen expertise or talent;…species · A type or kind. (Compare race.)specific · Explicit or definite.