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What is another word for Particular? – 128 Particular Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    specific special individual distinct unique peculiar precise exact detailed minute particularized certain especial exceptional singular particularistic fastidious meticulous scrupulous finicky fussy exacting demanding precise punctilious strict rigid painstaking thorough diligent methodical conscientious thoroughgoing.

    Meaning of Particular

    The primary meaning of the word "particular" is relating to or concerned with a specific person, thing, or situation.

    Definitions

    • Used to indicate that something is specific or unique
    • Used to indicate that something is done with great attention to detail
    • Used to indicate that someone is very careful or fussy about something

    Etymology of Particular

    The word "particular" comes from the Old French word "particuler", which is derived from the Latin word "particularis", meaning "of or pertaining to a part"
    The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is specific or unique
    Over time, the word has taken on additional meanings, including a sense of carefulness or attention to detail

    Example Uses

    • The particular circumstances of the case made it difficult to reach a decision
    • She was very particular about her clothes and always wore designer labels
    • The chef was particular about the ingredients he used in his recipes

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    general universal common ordinary normal standard usual customary vague indefinite ambiguous unclear generic broad wide loose relaxed casual sloppy careless lax lenient indulgent permissive.

    Related Nouns

    detail aspect feature characteristic trait quality attribute property element component part piece portion section fragment fraction item article thing object entity individual person being creature organism.

    Related Verbs

    specify detail describe define characterize identify distinguish differentiate particularize itemize enumerate list catalog classify categorize analyze examine inspect scrutinize investigate research.

    Related Adjectives

    specific detailed exact precise meticulous scrupulous finicky fussy exacting demanding strict rigid thorough diligent methodical conscientious thoroughgoing careful cautious prudent judicious discerning perceptive sensitive.