Especially
Especially adverb - To a great degree.
Usage example: that university is especially strong in the sciences
Slightly is an antonym for especially.
Nearby Word: especial
Slightly
Slightly adverb - In a very small quantity or degree.
Usage example: he was slightly curious about the identity of the wine, but not enough to bother asking
Especially is an antonym for slightly.
Nearby Word: slight
Both words in one sentence
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The house is slightly different again, especially the basement, and it refers to the DeFeos by their real name instead of the one used in the previous movie.
Source: Franchise / Amityville - Uncanny Valley: Invoked- androids aren't quite as detailed compared to humans, having smoother skin than humans and having slightly stunted emotional displays, especially when they aren't talking.
- Mel Gibson's mixed accent sounds slightly Australian throughout the first Lethal Weapon movie, especially on vowels and when he raises his voice.
Source: Ooh Me Accents Slipping / Film
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