selected (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /sɪˈlɛktɪd/

Definition

Chosen or identified from a group as being the best or most suitable.

Examples

• She was one of the selected few to receive a scholarship.

• Only the selected students were allowed to attend the advanced workshop.

• The report highlighted the selected works of the artist.

How to Use selected

select from (prepositional phrase)

To choose from a larger group or set of options. — "She was able to select from a wide range of colors."

select for (prepositional phrase)

To choose something or someone for a particular purpose or role. — "These candidates were selected for the final interview."

Synonyms of selected

Words with a similar meaning to selected:

• chosen
• picked
• elected
• preferred
• culled

Antonyms of selected

Words with the opposite meaning to selected:

• rejected
• unselected
• discarded

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