Especial

/ɪˈspɛʃəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Particular or special in some way; distinctive.

The restaurant offered an especial menu for the holiday season.

Designed or intended for a specific purpose or audience.

She created an especial program for the children in the community.

Being different from what is usual or typical.

His skills as an artisan were of especial interest to the collectors.

From the Latin 'specialis', meaning 'of a particular kind'.

especial treatment

Treatment that is given with special attention or care.

for especial reasons

For specific, important reasons.

special

Different from what is usual or normal; particularly good or extra.

specific

Clearly defined or identified; precise.

Used to emphasize the importance of something.

That concert was especial, you had to be there!

Something outstanding or unique.

That dish at the restaurant was especial, unlike anything I've had.