B2
especially vs exceptional vs exceptionally vs particularly
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| especiallyadverb/ɪˈspeʃ.əl.i/ | Meaning more than usual or more than others; in particular | Goes with especially important | Example The city is very crowded, especially at weekends and on public holidays. |
| exceptionaladjective/ɪkˈsep.ʃən.əl/ | Meaning much better than usual; also very unusual and not likely to happen often | Goes with exceptional circumstances | Example The hotel staff gave us exceptional service from the moment we arrived. |
| exceptionallyadverb/ɪkˈsep.ʃən.əl.i/ | Meaning to a much greater degree than usual; extremely | Goes with exceptionally well | Example She is an exceptionally talented pianist for her age. |
| particularlyadverb/pərˈtɪk.jə.lər.li/ | Meaning more than usual or more than others; especially | Goes with particularly important | Example The exam wasn't particularly difficult, but it was very long. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Refunds are given only in circumstances.