Definition and Synonyms for Selective

Definition of Selective

1. Tending to select; characterized by careful choice Adjective Satellite
2. Characterized by very careful or fastidious selection Adjective Satellite

Semanticaly linked words with "selective"

Lexical Analysis for "selective"

selectivity
Noun
derivation
2
1. the property of being selective
2. the property of being selective
select
Verb
derivation
2
1. pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
2. pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

Words Rhyme with selective

Etymology for selective

etymology cardioselective
etymology chemoselective
etymology photoselective
etymology preselective
etymology selectively
etymology ultraselective
etymology unselective
etymologically related elect
etymologically related select
etymologically related selectivity
is derived from selectiveness