carefully select; choose with rigor
Meanings
2 senses · 8 examplesverb
to select or appoint (a person, especially for a position of responsibility); to choose based on merit
formalFormal term used in contexts like appointing leaders, selecting candidates for important jobs, or academic admissions, implying a rigorous, fair process.
The committee is currently selecting the new university president.
He was chosen as the representative for this international conference.
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This institution is known for its fair selection of outstanding talent.
After a rigorous selection process, he finally obtained this research position.
verb
to choose or pick out (in a general sense, but with care and discernment); to select as a sample or specimen
formalUsed for selecting objects, samples, or items for specific purposes like exhibitions, testing, or display, implying a higher standard than casual picking.
This painting was selected as the cover piece for this art exhibition.
The quality inspection department regularly selects products from the market for spot checks.
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This novel was chosen from hundreds of works.
Our tea was selected as a national gift to be presented to foreign guests.