Meaning & Definition of word "Choosy"

Choosy

/ˈtʃuː.zi/

adjective:

  • 1. particular or picky about choosing; selective.
    • Example: She's very choosy about the clothes she buys, only picking the best quality.
  • 2. having high standards and not easily pleased.
    • Example: He is choosy when it comes to restaurants, always looking for the gourmet options.
  • 3. difficult to satisfy or please.
    • Example: The choosy eater refused to try anything that wasn't plain chicken and rice.
  • 4. being selective in relationships or friendships.
    • Example: After several bad dates, she's become choosy about who she goes out with.

Etymology

The term choosy likely derives from the verb 'choose', combined with the suffix '-y', indicating a tendency towards the action of choosing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

choosy eater:

A person who is very selective about food.

choosy about clothes:

A person who is very selective about their clothing choices.

Related Words

selective:

Having a tendency to choose carefully.

fastidious:

Very attentive to detail, meticulous.

Slang Meanings of choosy

Meaning: Hard to impress or satisfy.

Example Sentence: Don't take it personally if she's choosy; she's like that with everyone.

Meaning: Particular about dating or relationships.

Example Sentence: He's been choosy about who he goes out with since his last breakup.