Especially
Especially adverb - To a great degree.
Usage example: that university is especially strong in the sciences
Really is a synonym for especially in property topic. In some cases you can use "Really" instead the word "Especially" as an adverb or an adjective, when it comes to topics like exceptionally.
Nearby Word: especial
Really
Really adverb - To a great degree.
Usage example: really tired after staying up all night
Especially is a synonym for really in property topic. You can use "Especially" instead the word "Really" as an adverb or an adjective.
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Both words in one sentence
- This fanfiction really reads the Homestuck character well, especially the trolls, and made each Real-life and Shadow world (Especially the Shadow Self battle) equally interesting.
Source: Fanfic Recs / Persona 4 -
The dynamic here works especially well since the two actors really are brother and sister.
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Regardless, while people may have the right to boast about themselves, there's never really any real reason to do so in such an overt manner, especially, if it can be backed up.
Source: Insufferable Genius
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