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extra vs special

special vs extra

extra and special both are nouns.

extra and special both are adjectives.

extra is an adverb but special is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
extra Yes Yes No Yes
special Yes Yes No No
As adjectives, extra and special are synonyms defined as:
  • extra and special: added to a regular schedule
extra (noun) special (noun)
something additional of the same kind a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising
an additional edition of a newspaper (usually to report a crisis) a television production that features a particular person or work or topic
a minor actor in crowd scenes a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant
extra (adjective) special (adjective)
further or added for a special service or occasion
more than is needed, desired, or required first and most important
added to a regular schedule adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose
having a specific function or scope
surpassing what is common or usual or expected
added to a regular schedule
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
extra (adverb) special (adverb)
unusually or exceptionally
Difference between extra and special

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