Definitions and Examples of selecting, choosing, checking
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Choosing something carefully from a group of options.
Example
She was selecting the best dress for her friend's wedding.
Making a decision between two or more options.
Example
He was choosing between two job offers.
Examining something to make sure it is correct, accurate, or in good condition.
Example
Before submitting the report, she was checking for any errors.
Key Differences: selecting vs choosing vs checking
- 1Selecting implies choosing something carefully from a group of options.
- 2Choosing implies making a decision between two or more options.
- 3Checking implies examining something to make sure it is correct, accurate, or in good condition.
Effective Usage of selecting, choosing, checking
- 1In everyday conversation, use these antonyms to express the opposite meaning of not choosing or deselecting something.
- 2In academic writing, use these antonyms to convey precise meaning and avoid ambiguity.
- 3In business communication, use these antonyms to clarify decisions and actions taken.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of unselecting are selecting, choosing, and checking. Use these words to express the opposite meaning of not choosing or deselecting something. Each word has a distinct nuance: selecting implies careful choice, choosing implies decision-making, and checking implies examination for accuracy or correctness.
