Especially
Especially adverb - To a great degree.
Usage example: that university is especially strong in the sciences
Overmuch and especially are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Overmuch" instead an adverb "Especially".
Nearby Word: especial
Overmuch
Overmuch adverb - Beyond a normal or acceptable limit.
Usage example: you worry overmuch about what other people think
Especially and overmuch are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Especially" instead an adverb "Overmuch".
Mutual synonyms
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Overmuch and Especially. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/especially/overmuch
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Overmuch or Especially. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/especially/overmuch.
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