Selected
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sɪˈlɛktɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Selected is an adjective meaning That have been selected or chosen.
Meaning
That have been selected or chosen.
More Meanings
- simple past and past participle of select
Example Sentences
Plant breeding is always a numbers game.[…]The wild species we use are rich in genetic variation, […]. In addition, we are looking for rare alleles, so the more plants we try, the better. These rarities may be new mutations, or they can be existing ones that are neutral—or are even selected against—in a wild population. A good example is mutations that disrupt seed dispersal, leaving the seeds on the heads long after they are ripe.
Synonyms for selected
Depending on context, synonyms include elite, designated, elect, chosen, hand-picked.
Antonyms for selected
Common opposites include unselected.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chosen, elect, hand-picked, designated, elite, picked.
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