Selected: meaning, definitions and examples
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selected
[ sɪˈlɛktɪd ]
chosen
Chosen from a number of possibilities; singled out and picked as the most appropriate or best.
Synonyms
chosen, handpicked, picked, preferred.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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selected |
Used when something is chosen from a group based on certain criteria, often in a formal or structured manner.
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chosen |
Used when something is picked out of personal preference or decision, without a specific procedure. It can be both formal and informal.
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picked |
A more casual term for choosing something. It can be used in everyday situations and is less formal.
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preferred |
Used when something is chosen over other options because it is favored or liked more. It often indicates a personal preference.
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handpicked |
Used when something is chosen with great care and attention, often implying a meticulous or selective process. It usually has a positive connotation.
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Examples of usage
- The selected candidate will be notified by email.
- She was one of the selected few invited to the exclusive event.
Translations
Translations of the word "selected" in other languages:
🇵🇹 selecionado
🇮🇳 चयनित
🇩🇪 ausgewählt
🇮🇩 terpilih
🇺🇦 вибраний
🇵🇱 wybrany
🇯🇵 選ばれた (えらばれた)
🇫🇷 sélectionné
🇪🇸 seleccionado
🇹🇷 seçilmiş
🇰🇷 선택된 (seontaekdoen)
🇸🇦 مختار (mukhtār)
🇨🇿 vybraný
🇸🇰 vybraný
🇨🇳 选定的 (xuǎndìng de)
🇸🇮 izbran
🇮🇸 valinn
🇰🇿 таңдалған
🇬🇪 არჩეული (arch'evuli)
🇦🇿 seçilmiş
🇲🇽 seleccionado
Etymology
The word 'selected' originates from the past participle of the Latin word 'selegere', meaning 'to choose' or 'to select'. Over time, the word has evolved to its current usage in the English language, reflecting the act of choosing something from a group of options.
See also: select, selecting, selection, selective, selectively, selectiveness, selectivity, selector, selectwoman.