English adjective: selective | |||
| 1. | selective tending to select; characterized by careful choice | ||
| Samples | An exceptionally quick and selective reader. | ||
| Similar | discriminating | ||
| Antonyms | indiscriminating, undiscriminating | ||
| 2. | selective characterized by very careful or fastidious selection | ||
| Samples | The school was very selective in its admissions. | ||
| Similar | exclusive | ||
| Antonyms | inclusive | ||