Meaning & Definition of word "Choose"

Choose

/tʃuːz/

1. To select or make a decision about something from a range of options.
- Example: I need to choose a book to read for my literature class.
2. To prefer or decide upon one option over others.
- Example: She chose to study biology instead of chemistry.
3. To exercise the power of choice; to determine one’s course of action.
- Example: You can choose to either stay home or go out with friends.
4. To pick out or select.
- Example: He chose a gift for his sister’s birthday.
5. To make a choice or selection.
- Example: Please choose wisely if you want to succeed.

Middle English 'chose', from Old French 'choisir', Latin 'eligere'.

choose wisely:

Select your options carefully.

choose your battles:

Decide which conflicts are worth engaging in.

choose between:

Make a selection from two or more options.

chooser:

A person who selects.

choice:

The act of selecting from options.

chosen:

Selected or picked.

Meaning: To make a choice in a casual manner.

Example Sentence: Just choose whatever feels right.

Meaning: To opt for something trendy or popular.

Example Sentence: I’m gonna choose that new place for dinner; everyone is raving about it.