specially

adverb

spe·​cial·​ly ˈspe-sh(ə-)lē How to pronounce specially (audio)
1
: in a special manner
treated her friends specially
2
a
: for a special purpose
dresses made specially for the occasion
b
: in particular : specifically
made specially for you
3
: especially sense 2
makes a specially fine curry
was specially pleased with the gift

Examples of specially in a Sentence

dresses made specially for a wedding The speech was written specially for the occasion. The room was specially designed to be used as a library. I was specially pleased with your gift. people who are not specially gifted I don't want to be treated specially.
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Researchers based in the island country found their custom white paint, specially developed to 'sweat,' significantly reduced the need for air conditioning, while also maintaining its appearance for years. Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 23 June 2025 Tucked into the resort’s secluded tropical garden, the oasis was designed by Parisian modernist architect Isabelle Stanislas and features services specially created for this wellness treasure that engages all the senses. Melinda Sheckells, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025 The Little Pub Amber, on tap, is brewed specially for the establishment by New England Brewing Company. Sarah Kyrcz, Hartford Courant, 16 June 2025 Mediation and Gaming Sessions at the Museum Museum visitors at the Louvre are invited to test the scenario of the Battle of Ain Jalut, specially designed for the Mamluk exhibition, in the presence of a Louvre mediator and an Xbox representative during an exceptional series of workshops. Jennifer Maas, Variety, 13 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for specially

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of specially was in the 14th century

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“Specially.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/specially. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.

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