selected
v. A2 Elementary US //səˈɫɛktɪd// UK //sɪlˈɛktɪd// se·lect·ed
v. to choose someone or something from a group because they are the best for a task.
v. to choose from a number of alternatives based on specific criteria or preference. Transitive — requires a direct object.
The manager selected three players for the national team.
After reviewing dozens of applications, the committee selected the most qualified candidate for the position.
The software automatically identifies and highlights the most relevant data points, allowing the user to have selected the necessary parameters before the final report is generated.
Usage
The verb is transitive and takes a direct object; often used in the passive voice in formal contexts.