selective

• Qui fait preuve de discernement ou de prudence dans ses choix, ou qui ne concerne que certaines choses ou certaines personnes.

Describes someone or something that is careful or particular in choosing, or that affects only certain items or people.

1. Careful in choosingB2formal

   Tending to choose carefully, often based on specific criteria or preferences.

   sélectif dans ses choix

   • She is very selective about the books she reads.
   • The university is highly selective in its admissions process.
   • He is selective when it comes to choosing his friends.

   Synonymesdiscerningdiscriminatingexactingfastidiousfussyparticularpicky

   Antonymesindiscriminatepromiscuousuncriticalundiscriminating

2. Fastidious or particularC1formal

   Characterized by very careful or meticulous selection, often with high standards.

   difficile, exigeant

   • The restaurant is known for its selective menu, featuring only the finest ingredients.
   • A selective collector, she only buys rare antiques.
   • His selective taste in music makes him a discerning listener.

   Synonymesdiscriminatingfastidiousfinickyfussyparticularpicky

   Antonymesindiscriminateuncriticalundiscriminatingunselective