Special
7 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual or ordinary. Can also mean designed for a particular purpose or occasion.
“They planned a special celebration for their anniversary.”
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Wordle
Contains vowels E, I, A and letters S, P, C, L; common adjective
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; the C provides good scoring opportunities
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