special vs especial
especial vs specialspecial is a noun but especial is not a noun.
special and especial both are adjectives.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| special | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| especial | No | Yes | No | No |
As adjectives,
special and especial
are synonyms defined as:
- special and especial: surpassing what is common or usual or expected
Other synonyms of special include
exceptional, particular.
| special (noun) | especial (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 |
| special (adjective) | especial (adjective) |
|---|---|
| for a special service or occasion | surpassing what is common or usual or expected |
| first and most important | |
| 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 |
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