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What is another word for Choose? – 149 Choose Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    select pick elect opt prefer decide determine settle nominate designate appoint name assign allocate allot devote commit dedicate volunteer embrace adopt take seize grasp clutch snatch capture claim possess gain acquire procure obtain secure get fetch retrieve collect gather.

    Meaning of Choose

    The primary meaning of the word "choose" is to select something or someone from a number of possibilities.

    Definitions

    • To select something or someone from a number of possibilities, typically after some thought or consideration
    • To decide on a course of action, or to make a decision about something
    • To have a preference for something or someone over another or others

    Etymology of Choose

    The word "choose" originated from Old English "ceosan", which is also the source of the Modern English word "choice"
    The Old English "ceosan" is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "keusiz", which is also the source of the Modern German word "kiesen"
    The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century, and its meaning has evolved over time to include various connotations and nuances

    Example Uses

    • She chose a beautiful dress for the wedding
    • He chose to study medicine at university
    • They chose to spend their holiday in Italy
    • The company will choose a new CEO next month
    • The voter chose to support the incumbent candidate

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    reject refuse decline deny dismiss spurn repudiate renounce abstain forbear refrain desist avoid shun eschew evade elude dodge bypass ignore neglect overlook omit miss lose forfeit waive surrender.

    Related Nouns

    selection option choice decision preference alternative possibility opportunity candidate nominee appointee designee assignee allotment allocation devotion commitment dedication adoption seizure capture possession acquisition procurement obtainment security.

    Related Verbs

    select pick elect opt prefer decide determine settle nominate designate appoint name assign allocate devote commit dedicate volunteer embrace adopt take seize grasp clutch snatch capture claim possess gain acquire procure obtain.

    Related Adjectives

    preferable optional voluntary elective selective discretionary deliberate intentional purposeful conscious mindful careful cautious discerning discriminating astute shrewd perceptive wise prudent judicious rational logical methodical.