Definitions

special

[spesh-uhl] / ˈspɛʃ əl /

ADJECTIVE

distinguished, distinctive; important in own way

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appropriate certain different exceptional exclusive extraordinary individual limited main major memorable particular peculiar personal primary proper rare significant specialized specific unique unusual

STRONG

best characteristic chief choice express first gala set smashing sole

WEAK

defined definite designated determinate earmarked especial festive marked momentous out of the ordinary red-letter reserved restricted select uncommon unreal

Antonyms

STRONGEST

OK common commonplace conventional familiar general improper indefinite insignificant like minor normal ordinary regular secondary similar standard uncertain unimportant unlimited unnoteworthy unrestricted unsuitable usual

STRONG

least worst

WEAK

indistinctive undistinguished

Example Sentences

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He was previously a reporter and special projects editor at the Real Deal, where he focused on the intersection of New York City real estate and politics.

From The Wall Street Journal

So the game's world governing body is petitioning for special dispensation to review corners at this summer's World Cup.

From BBC

He says it was an "amazing day" and "really special".

From BBC

McVay said he was aiming for his team to play a “full 60” minutes of complementary football by the offense, defense and special teams.

From Los Angeles Times

The announcement followed a meeting between al-Sharaa and the US special envoy to Syria, Tom Barrack, in Damascus.

From BBC

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