selected
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /sɪˈlɛktɪd/
KK: /sɪˈlɛktɪd/
adjective
Definition
Chosen from a group or set, often because of special qualities or characteristics.
Example
She was proud to be one of the selected candidates for the scholarship.
Conversation
Did you see the selected books for the reading list this semester?
Yeah, I noticed they look really interesting!
I think the authors are all highly acclaimed and selected for a reason.
Absolutely! It should make for some great discussions in class.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
chosen
preferred
elite
Antonyms
rejected
ordinary
common
verb
Definition
To choose something from a group or list.
Example
She selected the best book from the shelf.
Tense Forms
Past: selected
Past Participle: selected
Conversation
Did you see the list of movies they selected for the film festival?
Yeah, I was surprised by some of the choices they made.
I think they selected a great variety this year.
Root Explanation
Selected → It is formed from "select" (from Latin "selectus", meaning chosen) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating past tense or completed action). The word "selected" means that something has been chosen or picked out from a group.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'select' meaning to 'choose' — when something is 'selected', it has been chosen from others.
Visually Confused Words
unselected
nonselected
unelected
reflected
deflected
sheeted
isleted
electee