especial

• Adjetivo arcaico ou formal que significa 'especial' ou 'específico', hoje substituído no inglês moderno principalmente pela palavra 'special'.

An archaic or formal adjective meaning 'special' or 'particular', now largely replaced by 'special' in modern English.

1. Exceptional or notableB2formal

   More important, significant, or remarkable than others.

   Especial

   • This is a matter of especial importance to the committee.
   • She showed especial talent in mathematics from a young age.
   • The museum has an especial collection of Renaissance art.

   Sinônimosdistinctiveexceptionalnotableoutstandingparticularremarkablespecialuncommon

   Antônimosaveragecommonordinaryunremarkableusual

2. Particular or specificB2formal

   Used to emphasize that something is for a particular person, purpose, or situation.

   Especial

   • He took especial care to ensure the documents were accurate.
   • The chef prepared an especial dish for the visiting dignitaries.
   • There is no especial reason for the delay.

   Sinônimoscertainindividualparticularspecialspecific

   Antônimoscommongeneralordinaryusual