Meaning & Definition of word "Choice"
Choice
/tʃɔɪs/
noun:
- 1. the act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities.
- Example: After much deliberation, she made her choice and enrolled in the painting class.
- 2. an option or possibility that can be chosen.
- Example: You have a choice between the red dress and the blue one.
- 3. the power or right to choose.
- Example: Having the choice to work from home or in the office is a great benefit.
- 4. the range of options available.
- Example: The restaurant offers a wide choice of dishes from various cuisines.
Etymology
●Middle English: from Old French choix, based on Latin cadere 'to fall, to befall', thus 'to fall upon (something)'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
make a choice:
to decide between options.
choice words:
words that are carefully selected to convey something specific.
the best of both worlds:
a situation where one can enjoy the advantages of two different things at once.
Related Words
choose:
to pick out from a number of alternatives.
chooser:
a person who selects.
chosen:
selected or marked for favor.
choosy:
picky or selective.
Slang Meanings of choice
Meaning: a good option or desirable choice.
● Example Sentence: That new restaurant is a solid choice!
Meaning: when the options are limited but still acceptable.
● Example Sentence: It’s not my favorite, but it’s a choice.