distinguished from others of the same category, esp because in some way superior
held in particular esteem
a special friend
other than or in addition to the usual
a special edition
designed or undertaken for a particular end, occasion, or need
a special method
for the use or education of children who have learning difficulties, emotional difficulties, or a physical disability
special schools
specialness noun
[Middle English via Old French from Latin specialis individual, particular, from Latin species: see species]