especially

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[edit] English

Most common English words: effect « wanted « probably « #561: especially » placed » desire » greater

[edit] Etymology

especial +‎ -ly

[edit] Pronunciation

[edit] Adverb

especially (comparative more especially, superlative most especially)

Positive
especially

Comparative
more especially

Superlative
most especially
  1. (manner) In a special manner; specially
  2. (focus) particularly; to a greater extent than is normal
  3. (focus) Used to place greater emphasis upon someone or something
    Invite everyone, especially Molly

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[edit] Translations

particularly
in a special manner
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[edit] See also

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