Definition

The quality of being careful about what is chosen or accepted; the ability to make distinctions between different options.

Example

Her selectiveness in choosing friends has led her to have a small but close-knit group.

Conversation

I really admire your selectiveness when it comes to choosing friends.

Thanks! I believe it's important to have quality over quantity.

That makes a lot of sense; I should probably be more selective too.

Definitely! It can make a big difference in your happiness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Selectiveness → It is formed from "select" (from Latin "selectus", meaning chosen) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "selectiveness" refers to the quality of being selective or the state of choosing carefully.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'select' which means to 'choose' and remember that 'selectiveness' describes the quality of being careful in choosing.

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