Synset

surpassing what is common or usual or expected
<adj.all>   (a)   (a)   freq. cnt.: 15 freq. cnt.: 7 freq. cnt.: 6 freq. cnt.: 2

especial

exceptional

particular

special

sample sentences

"he paid especial attention to her"
"exceptional kindness"
"a matter of particular and unusual importance"
"a special occasion"
"a special reason to confide in her"
"what's so special about the year 2000?"