· unique or specific to a person or thing or category; "the particular demands of the job"; "has a particular preference for Chinese art"; "a peculiar bond of sympathy between them"; "an expression peculiar to Canadians"; "rights peculiar to the rich"; "the special features of a computer"; "my own special chair"

Synonym(s): particular, peculiar

· for a special service or occasion; "a special correspondent"; "a special adviser to the committee"; "had to get special permission for the event"

· surpassing what is common or usual or expected; "he paid especial attention to her"; "exceptional kindness"; "a matter of particular and unusual importance"; "a special occasion"; "a special reason to confide in her"; "what's so special about the year 2000?"

Synonym(s): especial, exceptional, particular

· adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose; "a special kind of paint"; "a special medication for arthritis"

· having a specific function or scope; "a special (or specific) role in the mission"

Synonym(s): limited

· first and most important; "his special interest is music"; "she gets special (or particular) satisfaction from her volunteer work"

Synonym(s): particular

· added to a regular schedule; "a special holiday flight"; "put on special buses for the big game"

Synonym(s): extra