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peculiar vs special

special vs peculiar

peculiar is not a noun while special is a noun.

peculiar and special both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
peculiar No Yes No No
special Yes Yes No No
As adjectives, peculiar and special are synonyms defined as:
  • peculiar and special: unique or specific to a person or thing or category
Other synonyms of peculiar include particular.
peculiar (noun) special (noun)
a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising
a television production that features a particular person or work or topic
a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant
peculiar (adjective) special (adjective)
characteristic of one only; distinctive or special for a special service or occasion
unique or specific to a person or thing or category first and most important
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose
markedly different from the usual; special 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
Difference between peculiar and special

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