Specially vs Deliberately - What's the difference?
specially | deliberately |
For a special purpose.
(proscribed) extremely
(proscribed) in particular
Intentionally, or after deliberation; not accidentally.
Taking one's time, slowly and carefully.
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
(-)- ''We had this cake made specially for your birthday.
- She's specially good at running.
- 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
* especiallydeliberately
English
Adverb
(en adverb)- He deliberately broke that, didn't he?
- After being called upon, he strode deliberately up to the blackboard.
