particular
Translation
particular, specific, special, fussy
Examples
Is there a particular restaurant you like?
Is there a particular restaurant you like?
She pays particular attention to details.
She pays particular attention to details.
He is very particular about his food.
He is very particular about his food.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a specific ((noun)) This particular book is my favorite.
be particular about ((sth.)) to be fussy about (sth.) She is particular about her coffee.
Similar Words
Synonyms: specific, special, distinct; Antonyms: general, common
Etymology
From Latin 'particula' (a small part), meaning 'relating to a part'.
Memory Tips
Think of focusing on one 'part' of a whole, making it 'particular' or specific.