Selectively Meaning in English
word · lemma: selective
səˈɫɛktɪvɫi
suh-LEK-tiv-lee
sɪlˈɛktɪvli
si-LEK-tiv-lee
Definition
In a way that involves choosing only certain things, people, or options and not others.
Usage & Nuances
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.
Spanish: selectivamentePortuguese (BR): seletivamentePortuguese (PT): seletivamenteChinese (Simplified): 有选择地Chinese (Traditional): 有選擇地Hindi: चयनात्मक रूप सेArabic: بانتقائيةBengali: নির্বাচিতভাবে - বাছাইকৃতভাবেRussian: избирательноJapanese: 選択的にVietnamese: một cách chọn lọcKorean: 선택적으로Turkish: seçici olarakUrdu: چن کر - منتخب طریقے سےIndonesian: secara selektif
Example Sentences
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