select

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Select' is about making a choice or picking an option from a group or an array of possibilities. Unlike 'choose', it often involves careful thinking or criteria.

Examples in Different Contexts

Universities 'select' students for admission based on various factors. An admissions officer might state, 'We select candidates based on both academic performance and extracurricular achievements.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

Our data base is having too many redundant entries. We need to cleanse it for more accurate analyses.

Response:

We could select and delete the duplicate entries based on a specific criterion.

Creative

Scenario:

We have multiple design options for our new campaign. Each has its strengths and would fit a different audience.

Response:

I agree. We should select the design that aligns with the taste of our target audience.