particularly

adverb

par·​tic·​u·​lar·​ly pər-ˈti-kyə-(lər-)lē How to pronounce particularly (audio)
pə-ˈti-kyə-(lər-)lē, 
-ˈti-kyə-lə-lē;
-ˈti-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce particularly (audio)
also pär-
Synonyms of particularly
1
: in a particular manner : in detail
2
: to an unusual degree
a particularly dry summer
particularly stormy weather
3
: in particular : specifically
The tools were useful, particularly the knife.

Synonyms of particularly

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Examples of particularly in a Sentence

Pay particularly close attention to the second paragraph. all of you, but particularly anyone with a problem, should feel free to contact me at any time
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The progress of the J-36 is being closely monitored around the world, particularly as the United States continues developing its own next-generation fighter programmes. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026 Vaulted ceilings, oversized windows, and a very mid-century modern common area create a zen backdrop that will be particularly appreciated after a long drive. — Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026 Interest in attaining at least a bare-bones understanding in computer science — and particularly AI-enhanced coding — has exploded across different majors. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 This eclipse is particularly notable for its low solar altitude in Spain, where totality occurs close to sunset. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for particularly

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of particularly was in the 14th century

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“Particularly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/particularly. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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particularly

adverb
par·​tic·​u·​lar·​ly pə(r)-ˈtik-yə-(lər-)lē How to pronounce particularly (audio) -yə-lə-lē How to pronounce particularly (audio)
pə(r)-ˈtik-(ə-)lē
1
: in a particular manner
2
: to an unusual degree : especially

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