Especially
Especially adverb - To a great degree.
Usage example: that university is especially strong in the sciences
Very is a synonym for especially in exceptionally topic. In some cases you can use "Very" instead the word "Especially" as an adverb or an adjective.
Nearby Word: especial
Very
Very adverb - To a great degree.
Usage example: that was a very brave thing to do
Especially is a synonym for very in extremely topic. Sometimes you can use "Especially" instead the word "Very" as an adverb or an adjective.
Mutual synonyms
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