1.
special, particular, exceptional
Distinguished from what is ordinary or usual. Out of the common.
2.
especially, particularly (adverbial use)
When used adverbially, means 'especially' or 'in particular'.
Since it's your birthday, I'm thinking of making you something especially delicious.
特別 means special or particular, functioning as both na-adjective and adverb.
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特別に often implies an exception to the rule or special treatment.