particular

[pərˈtɪkjʊlə(r)]

particular Definition

• 1. used to single out an individual member of a specified group or class
• 2. especially great or intense

Using particular: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "particular" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I don't like any particular type of music.

• Example

  She has a particular interest in history.

• Example

  He was very particular about his appearance.

• Example

  This particular model is very popular.

particular Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for particular

• specific
• individual
• distinct
• particularized
• particularised

Antonyms for particular

• general
• universal

Phrases with particular

• in particular

  used to single out one person, thing, or situation over all others

  Example

  I enjoy all types of music, but I like classical music in particular.

• of particular interest

  something that is especially interesting or important

  Example

  The article on climate change was of particular interest to me.

• particular about something

  having strong opinions about how something should be done or how something should be

  Example

  She is very particular about the way her clothes are folded.

Origins of particular

from Old French 'particuler', from Latin 'particularis', from 'particula', meaning 'little part'

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Summary: particular in Brief

The term 'particular' [pərˈtɪkjʊlə(r)] is used to single out an individual member of a specified group or class. It can also mean especially great or intense. 'Particular' is often used in phrases like 'in particular,' 'of particular interest,' and 'particular about something.' It is a formal word that can be synonymous with 'specific' and 'individual.'