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special vs extra

extra vs special

special and extra both are nouns.

special and extra both are adjectives.

special is not an adverb while extra is an adverb.

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

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