speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspe-shē-ˈa-lə-tē 

plural specialities

1

: a special mark or quality

2

: a special object or class of objects

3

a

: a special aptitude or skill

b

: specialty sense 3

Synonyms

• forte
• long suit
• métier
• metier
• specialty
• strong suit
• thing

Examples of speciality in a Sentence

my speciality is linguistics

Recent Examples on the Web

After a couple decades specializing in making giant, broad comedy movies, over the last few years, Adam Sandler has developed a new speciality: bittersweet songs about how comedians are a force for good in the world. —Jesse David Fox, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2025

Located right in the center of town, guests can enjoy its barbeque specialities in a casual, rustic room wian th artful sensibility as contemporary works by Hebert Buchs hang on the walls. —Monica Mendal, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2025

This wellness festival includes zero-proof speciality drinks, workshops, vendors and more. —Mike D'onofrio, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025

The Savoy’s Beaufort Bar have created a speciality cocktail for the theatrical launch of ‘Mean Girls’ at the Savoy Theatre. —Lee Sharrock, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for speciality

• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality
• communality
• cordiality
• corporeality
• criminality
• criticality
• functionality
• generality
• geniality
• hospitality

Kids Definition

speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspesh-ē-ˈal-ət-ē 

plural specialities

: specialty