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selective

adjectiveattested in dialogue

  • //səˈlɛktɪv//

Of or relating to the process of selection.

adjective

  1. 1

    Of or relating to the process of selection.

    The selective algorithm excludes the redundant classifiers to construct a streamlined ensemble learning.

  2. 2

    Of or relating to natural selection.

    selective pressure

  3. 3

    Choosy, fussy or discriminating when selecting.

    He's very selective and spent hours in the store choosing a new shirt.

  4. 4

    Having the authority or capability to make a selection.

    In the USA, military conscription is controlled by the Selective Service.

  5. 5

    Of or relating to the social work approach called selectivity.

    Eligibility criteria form the essence of selective programs and individuals are evaluated using a means test.

Forms

comparative
more selective
superlative
most selective
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