Meaning of 'special'

adjective

surpassing what is common or usual or expected

Example: "We paid special attention to them."

Synonyms: particular

adjective

having a specific function or scope

Example: "a special (or specific) role in the mission"

Synonyms: limited

adjective

for a special service or occasion

Example: "a special correspondent"

adjective

first and most important

Example: "My special interest is music."

Synonyms: particular

adjective

adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose

Example: "a special kind of paint"

adjective

added to a regular schedule

Example: "a special holiday flight"

Synonyms: extra

noun

a television production that features a particular person or work or topic

Example: "the last of a series of BBC specials on Iran is being shown tonight"

noun

a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising

Example: "they are having a special on pork chops"

noun

a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant

adjective

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

Synonyms: particular