particularly
13 synonyms and 0 antonyms for particularly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — Especially; more than usual or more than others.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use particularly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From particular + -ly.
Full origin of particularly →Frequently asked questions
What does “particularly” mean?
The word “particularly” means especially; more than usual or more than others. In plain terms, especially — used to single something out as more true or notable than the rest.
How do you pronounce “particularly”?
“Particularly” is pronounced puh-TIHK-yuh-luh-lee (/pɚˈtɪkjəlɚli/ in IPA).
How do you use “particularly” in a sentence?
Here is “particularly” used in a sentence: “The film was particularly popular with younger audiences.”
What is another word for “particularly”?
Words with a similar meaning to “particularly” include above all, first and foremost, primarily, greatly: see also Thesaurus:very, in particular and thoroughly.
What part of speech is “particularly”?
“Particularly” is an adverb.
Is “particularly” a common word?
“Particularly” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between particularly and especially?
The two are close and often interchangeable, both meaning more than usual. Especially tends to single out one thing above all others — especially you. Particularly leans toward to a notable degree — it was particularly cold. In most sentences either works, with only a slight shift in emphasis.
What is the difference between particularly and specifically?
Particularly means to an unusual degree or above others, stressing intensity — a particularly hard exam. Specifically means precisely or in exact detail, pointing to one thing — I meant this one specifically. One highlights how much; the other pins down exactly which.
How do you use particularly in a sentence?
Particularly usually sits before the word it strengthens: she was particularly kind, or I like fruit, particularly mangoes. It can emphasise a quality (particularly bright) or single out an example from a group. In negatives it softens the meaning — not particularly good means only fairly poor.