Definition

Not selected or picked; something that has not been chosen.

Example

The unchosen option was left on the table, waiting for someone to decide.

Conversation

I was looking at the team selections and noticed a lot of unchosen players.

Yeah, it’s tough when you see so much talent left out.

I wonder how they decide who gets picked and who remains unchosen.

It must be really stressful for the players who are waiting to hear their fate.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unchosen → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "chosen" (the past participle of "choose", from Old English "ceosan", meaning to select). The word "unchosen" means not selected or not picked out.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having to do with something that has been 'selected' ('chosen'). This helps you remember that 'unchosen' refers to something that has not been selected.

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