In particular
Example: In particular this feature improves user experience
Definition
"In particular" is an adverbial phrase used to single out a specific item, detail, or aspect from a broader context, emphasizing its importance or relevance, as in the sentence: 'In particular, this feature improves user experience.'
Etymology
The phrase "in particular" originated from Middle English, combining 'in' as a preposition with 'particular,' which comes from the Latin 'particularis,' meaning 'individual' or 'distinct.' It has long been used to highlight specific elements within a general statement.
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"In particular" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 116 commonly used words.
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