Word
selected
Phoneticsse·lect·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/səˈɫɛktɪd/
UK/sɪlˈɛktɪd/
Definitions
01chosen from a group
A2 · Elementary
adj. carefully chosen from a larger group because of quality or a specific reason.
adj. chosen or picked out from a larger group based on specific criteria or superior quality.
“Only a few selected students were invited to the special science fair.”
“The boutique only stocks selected items from independent designers, ensuring a unique collection for its clientele.”
Synonyms
02past action of choosing
A2 · Elementary
v. the past tense of 'select', meaning you chose something.
v. the simple past and past participle form of the transitive verb 'select'.
“She selected a blue dress for the wedding and went to pay.”
“After reviewing several competitive bids, the board selected the local firm to manage the urban renewal project.”
Synonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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