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What is the differences between moreover and furthermore?what is the differences between especially and particularly?I don't know how to use specifically as well.

CalifJim · Accepted Answer

aqua paint 123What is the differences between moreover and furthermore?

The meaning is the same ('in addition'), but 'moreover' is a little more formal. I only see 'moreover' in writing, whereas I sometimes hear 'furthermore' in conversation.

In writing both are used at the beginning of a sentence and followed by a comma. They are both also used (but much less often) after the subject of the sentence or after an introductory prepositional phrase, set off by commas.

aqua paint 123What is the differences between especially and particularly?
I don't know how to use specifically ~~as well.~~ either.

Those are all similar in meaning. 'especially' and 'particularly' are virtually identical in meaning. 'specifically' is slightly different. Here are some definitions and examples that might help.

especially: to a distinctly greater extent than is common

He was especially impressed by the works of Manet.
This book was written especially for learners of English.
Malaria is found in all these countries, especially in rural areas.

particularly: to an unusual degree

The white uniform would get filthy, particularly the white cloth belt.
There is a desire by parents, particularly women, to have grandchildren.
The report linked moderate consumption of alcohol, and particularly of red wine, with a reduced risk of heart disease.

specifically: in an exact and detailed way

What specifically does your department do?
It was designed specifically for use in the workplace.
We are interested in the characteristics of musicians, specifically those who recently graduated with music degrees.

You can see from the examples that there is a lot of overlap in usage.

CJ

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