Especially Definition & Meaning
especially
- adverb
- to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common; "he was particularly fussy about spelling"; "a particularly gruesome attack"; "under peculiarly tragic circumstances"; "an especially (or specially) cautious approach to the danger"
- in a special manner; "a specially arranged dinner"
"Especially" in song lyrics
See how especially is used in real songs:
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"I'm official, Queensbridge murdera, life gambalin especially"
Big Noyd — Episodes of a Hustla -
"Especially"
Crips — Throw the C's in the Air -
"Aiyo, we throw slugs, we throwin' 'em back, especially"
Iron Mic f/ Bless — All About the Come Up
Words that rhyme with especially
Usage tips for "especially"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "especially" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for especially to find words that pair well.
Use "especially" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does especially mean?
- to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common; "he was particularly fussy about spelling"; "a particularly gruesome attack"; "under peculiarly tragic circumstances"; "an especially (or specially) cautious approach to the danger" in a special manner; "a specially arranged dinner"
- What part of speech is especially?
- Especially is an adverb.
- How many definitions does especially have?
- Especially has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).