Choosiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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choosiest
[ ˈʧuziəst ]
selectively picky
The term 'choosiest' refers to someone or something that is very selective or particular about their choices. When someone is described as choosy, it often implies that they do not settle for the average or mundane; they seek out only the best options available. This word can apply to various contexts, such as food, clothing, or even relationships. Being choosy can be perceived positively as someone who knows what they want, or negatively as someone who is overly fussy.
Synonyms
finicky, particular, picky, selective.
Examples of usage
- She can be the choosiest eater at the table.
- My friend is the choosiest when it comes to selecting a movie.
- He’s the choosiest buyer in the market.
Translations
Translations of the word "choosiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais exigente
🇮🇳 सबसे चयनात्मक
🇩🇪 wählerischster
🇮🇩 paling pilih-pilih
🇺🇦 найвибагливіший
🇵🇱 najbardziej wybredny
🇯🇵 最も選り好みする
🇫🇷 le plus exigeant
🇪🇸 el más exigente
🇹🇷 en seçici
🇰🇷 가장 까다로운
🇸🇦 الأكثر انتقائية
🇨🇿 nejvybíravější
🇸🇰 najnáročnejší
🇨🇳 最挑剔的
🇸🇮 najbolj izbirčen
🇮🇸 mest kröftugur
🇰🇿 ең таңдамалы
🇬🇪 ყველაზე ამოუცნობი
🇦🇿 ən seçici
🇲🇽 el más exigente
Etymology
The word 'choosy' is derived from the verb 'choose,' which has Old English origins from the word 'ceosan,' meaning 'to choose' or 'to select.' This verb evolved through Middle English into its modern form. The suffix '-y' is often added in English to form adjectives that denote a characteristic or quality, which gives us 'choosy' to describe someone who is particularly selective. Over time, the term 'choosy' itself has been combined with the superlative form to create 'choosiest,' emphasizing the extreme level of selectiveness. This language shift reflects not only linguistic evolution but also social attitudes toward consumer choices and personal preferences throughout history.