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Specially vs Deliberately - What's the difference?

specially | deliberately |

As adverbs the difference between specially and deliberately

is that specially is for a special purpose while deliberately is intentionally, or after deliberation; not accidentally.

specially

English

Adverb

(-)
  • For a special purpose.
  • ''We had this cake made specially for your birthday.
  • (proscribed) extremely
  • She's specially good at running.
  • (proscribed) in particular
  • I love all animals, specially cute furry ones.

    Usage notes

    * Senses 2 and 3 are non-standard; in such cases, especially is far more common, and considered correct.

    See also

    * especially

    deliberately

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • Intentionally, or after deliberation; not accidentally.
  • He deliberately broke that, didn't he?
  • Taking one's time, slowly and carefully.
  • After being called upon, he strode deliberately up to the blackboard.