Word SELECTION: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

selection

🇺🇸 [sɪˈlɛkʃən]

Meanings

The act of choosing or selecting from a group, as well as the collection or set of items that are chosen. Selections can be based on preferences, needs, or other criteria, and they are often made in contexts like shopping, voting, or hiring. A selection can also refer to a specific group or set of choices.

Examples

• The selection of books in the library is quite extensive.
• He made a selection from the menu and placed his order.
• The committee's selection of candidates was announced yesterday.

Synonyms

choice • option • assortment

Antonyms

rejection • exclusion • discard