Particular (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Providing specific details or circumstances; "a particular description of the room".
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Meaning 2
Unique or specific to a person or thing or category; "the particular demands of the job"; "has a particular preference for Chinese art"; "a peculiar bond of sympathy between them"; "an expression peculiar to Canadians"; "rights peculiar to the rich"; "the special features of a computer"; "my own special chair".
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All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She has a particular fondness for Italian cuisine that she developed while living abroad.
- The artist's use of color is a particular feature of her unique style.
- The new policy has a particular emphasis on reducing carbon emissions.
- This species of plant has a particular requirement for high levels of water and sunlight.
- There are particular risks associated with this type of investment that you should be aware of.
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Meaning 3
First and most important; "his special interest is music"; "she gets special (or particular) satisfaction from her volunteer work".
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Meaning 4
Surpassing what is common or usual or expected; "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?".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
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Meaning 5
Separate and distinct from others of the same group or category; "interested in one particular artist"; "a man who wishes to make a particular woman fall in love with him".
Classification
All adjective clusters.