Synonyms for

Selection

Verb / sʌˈlekʃʌn / Another word for selection — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of choosing or selecting something or someone from a group.

Synonyms & similar words

excerption choice survivalofthefittest naturalselection pick option survival excerpt extract choice option pick election decision culling screening choosing nomination appointment designation sorting assortment variety range assortment array collection catalog

Synonyms by register

Formal

choice option alternative preference

Informal

pick choice hand-picked

Literary

election culling gleaning

Antonyms

rejection refusal disregard neglect omission exclusion

Common collocations

  • careful selection
  • careful selection of
  • wide selection of
  • selection process
  • selection criteria
  • random selection
  • selection committee
  • final selection

Word family

noun selection
verb select
adjective selective
adverb selectively

Usage note

While 'selection' often implies a careful or deliberate choice, it can also refer to the act of choosing or the range of things available to choose from. Be mindful of context to convey the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. The selection of a new book at the library was overwhelming.
  2. The selection of colors for her room was a fun task.
  3. The selection of a new movie to watch was a family decision.
  4. The selection of the perfect outfit for the party took hours.
  5. The selection of the right tool for the job is important.

Quotes

  • In the selection of a soldier, fortune must be consulted.
  • The selection of a career, like the choice of a spouse, is a singular act that must be made with care and caution. Not haste.
  • The selection of a career is like a pair of trousers: short ones or long ones; tight ones or large ones.

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