Definitions
- Referring to the ability to choose carefully and with great attention to detail. - Describing the process of choosing from a wide range of options based on specific criteria. - Talking about the quality of being highly selective in one's choices or preferences.
- Referring to the tendency to be highly selective in one's choices or preferences. - Describing the quality of being discerning or particular in one's tastes or preferences. - Talking about the act of carefully choosing from a limited range of options.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the act of making careful choices.
- 2Both words imply a high level of discernment or attention to detail.
- 3Both words can be used to describe people or processes that are highly selective.
- 4Both words can be used to describe a positive quality, such as being discerning or having high standards.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Selectivity is more commonly used than selectiveness.
- 2Focus: Selectivity emphasizes the process of choosing from a wide range of options, while selectiveness focuses on the tendency to be highly selective in one's choices.
- 3Connotation: Selectivity is neutral in connotation, while selectiveness can have a negative connotation of being overly picky or difficult to please.
- 4Scope: Selectivity can refer to a broader range of contexts, such as scientific research or college admissions, while selectiveness is more commonly used in personal contexts, such as dating or hiring.
Remember this!
Selectivity and selectiveness are synonyms that describe the act of making careful choices. However, selectivity emphasizes the process of choosing from a wide range of options based on specific criteria, while selectiveness focuses on the tendency to be highly selective in one's choices or preferences. While both words can be used to describe a positive quality, selectiveness can have a negative connotation of being overly picky or difficult to please.
