Downright and Especially

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Downright adjective - Being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner.

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Especially and downright are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Especially" instead an adverb "Downright".

Especially adverb - To a great degree.

Usage example: that university is especially strong in the sciences

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Downright and especially are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Downright" instead an adverb "Especially".

Nearby Word: especial

Machinedramon and especially Puppetmon are also guilty, the latter often doing it for entirely selfish reasons and especially where it's downright inconvenient for him.

Source: Anime / Digimon Adventure
If you're on a stage that unlocks the alternate path for another stage you have unlocked, it will give you a hint about what you have to do, but these are extremely vague, especially considering the sometimes downright bizarre requirements.

Source: Guide Dang It / Action
His last words and facial expressions right before and after Chuck's death are downright painful to watch, especially for viewers with children and Adult Fears of their own.

Source: Film / Pacific Rim

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