Meaning of the word selective in English
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selective
US /səˈlek.t̬ɪv/
UK /səˈlek.t̬ɪv/
Adjective
1.
tending to choose carefully; choosy
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She is very selective about the books she reads.
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The company is selective in its hiring process.
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2.
relating to or involving the selection of a limited number of things or people from a larger group
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The school has a selective admissions policy.
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They offer selective access to certain features.
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