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Meaning of particular(a) in English
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Classifying Adjective
particular(a)
Definitions
1.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
Examples
« the particular demands of the job »
« has a paraticular preference for Chinese art »
« a peculiar bond of sympathy between them »
« an expression peculiar to Canadians »
« rights peculiar to the rich »
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Synonyms
specific
2.
separate and distinct from others
Examples
« an exception in this particular case »
Synonyms
individual
3.
separate and distinct from others of the same group or category
Examples
« interested in one particular artist »
« a man who wishes to make a particular woman fall in love with him »
Synonyms
specific
4.
surpassing what is common or usual or expected
Examples
« 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 20 »
Synonyms
uncommon
5.
providing specific details or circumstances
Examples
« a particular description of the room »
Synonyms
careful