Particularly: meaning, definitions and examples
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particularly
[ pərˈtɪkjələrli ]
in a specific manner
Used to single out an individual or a specific aspect within a group or range. It emphasizes the distinctiveness or uniqueness of the subject.
Synonyms
especially, notably, specifically
Examples of usage
- He was particularly interested in the history of ancient civilizations.
- She was particularly skilled at playing the piano.
- The cake was particularly delicious.
to a great extent or degree
Used to indicate a high degree or intensity of a quality or action. It emphasizes the significance or prominence of the subject.
Synonyms
especially, exceptionally, extremely
Examples of usage
- She was particularly happy with the outcome of the project.
- The movie was particularly long and boring.
- He was particularly proud of his daughter's accomplishments.
Translations
Translations of the word "particularly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 particularmente
🇮🇳 विशेष रूप से
🇩🇪 besonders
🇮🇩 terutama
🇺🇦 особливо
🇵🇱 szczególnie
🇯🇵 特に
🇫🇷 particulièrement
🇪🇸 particularmente
🇹🇷 özellikle
🇰🇷 특히
🇸🇦 خصوصاً
🇨🇿 zejména
🇸🇰 zvlášť
🇨🇳 特别
🇸🇮 zlasti
🇮🇸 sérstaklega
🇰🇿 әсіресе
🇬🇪 განსაკუთრებით
🇦🇿 xüsusilə
🇲🇽 particularmente
Word origin
The word 'particularly' originated from the Latin word 'particularis', meaning 'pertaining to a part or individual'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century and has been used to emphasize specificity or intensity ever since.
See also: particularities, particularity, particularized, particulars.