Special

/ˈspɛʃəl/ adjective

Definition

Unusual or exceptional in some way, often better or more interesting than others.

Etymology

From Old French 'special', from Latin 'specialis', from 'species', meaning 'kind' or 'sort'.

Kelly Says

The concept of specialness is central to many cultures and traditions, including the idea of 'special gifts' in many spiritual traditions.

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