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Selectively Meaning in English

word · lemma: selective

səˈɫɛktɪvɫi
suh-LEK-tiv-lee
sɪlˈɛktɪvli
si-LEK-tiv-lee

التعريف

In a way that involves choosing only certain things, people, or options and not others.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Usually used to describe actions or behavior that are intentional and discriminating (not random or general). Common with verbs like 'apply', 'target', 'listen', or 'ignore'. Implies making choices based on specific criteria.

جمل نموذجية

The teacher selectively called on students to answer questions.

basic

She eats selectively, avoiding certain foods.

basic

The machine selectively filters out harmful particles.

basic

You should check your emails selectively—don’t read every single one.

natural

He listens selectively to music, skipping songs he doesn’t like.

natural

Social media lets you selectively share your photos with friends.

natural