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adjective

Definition of chosennext
as in selected
singled out from a number or group as more to one's liking the chosen few who are invited to a gathering at the CEO's house at the end of the year

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chosen

2 of 3

noun

ˈchō-zᵊn How to pronounce chosen (audio)
as in choice
a person or thing that is chosen of the five sons in the family, he was his father's chosen and thus showered with attention and special gifts

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chosen

3 of 3

verb

past participle of choose
1
as in picked
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities choose a computer that best suits your needs

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2
as in wanted
to see fit you can wear whatever you choose to the party

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3
as in decided
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration chose to write on a controversial topic for the local newspaper

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Recent Examples of chosen
Adjective
Popular culture really likes to lionize chosen families. — Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 9 June 2026
Noun
The clash sees Cliff Curtis’ spurned chieftain Keōua, now high on his own supply as the chosen of the volcano Gods, on the one side; then, Kaina Makua’s reluctant, good-hearted king Kamehameha, and Jason Momoa’s vengeful chief of war Ka’iana on the other. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
Mississippians have not chosen a new Democratic senator since 1947, and Democrats last won a Senate race there when that senator, the onetime segregationist John Stennis, won his last reelection in 1982. — Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026 His character was the son of his original series character; the name Anton was chosen to honor Anton Yelchin, who played Chekov in the 2010s Star Trek movies and died in a 2016 accident. — Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2026 Goldman Sachs has been chosen as a lead underwriter, along with Morgan Stanley — same team as SpaceX's offering. — Matthew J. Belvedere, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026 Its palette is broad, moving from comic to straight rap, from Cab Calloway swing to Beyoncé-style ballads, each idiom chosen for its dramatic purpose. — Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026 But the key journey, and that’s what Mike had chosen, was the Matt Hagen version. — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 25 Oct. 2026 Some states, however, have chosen not to adopt the federal rule because of concerns about near-term revenue losses. — Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026 In fact, Hughes’ original ending had Duckie ending up with Andie, something test audiences rejected strongly enough to prompt a reshoot — while fans today continue to debate which suitor Andie should have chosen. — Sezin Devi Koehler, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2026 The schools where the program will be tested haven’t been chosen yet. — Natalie La Roche Pietri, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chosen
  1. selected
  2. choice
  3. picked
  4. wanted
  5. decided
  6. select
  7. bet
  8. wished
Adjective
  • In selected circumstances, private ownership can provide the time, capital and operating flexibility needed to reposition the business away from quarterly market pressure.
    — Chris Russo, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Meanwhile, the first stage can handle different solid rocket motors for pre-selected range, speed, and performance profiles, as well as different booster types and other modular components.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of selected
Noun
  • His parents and family have a choice – to accept their child’s autonomy or not.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Wayne Hamilton, a former executive director of the Texas Republican Party, said Paxton's history of legal and ethical problems could have some conservatives looking for another choice.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of choice
Verb
  • The property later passed through several notable hands, including Creative Artists Agency (CAA) co-chairman Kevin Huvane and filmmaker Roberto Sneider, before Channing Tatum picked it up for $6 million in 2015, according to Variety.
    — Michael Gioia, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Kansas was picked to finish fifth in the Big 12 preseason poll; the highest finish of the Schneider era was fifth place in 2021-22.
    — PJ Green October 21, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of picked
Verb
  • The board didn’t want a remote CEO Unlike the billionaires who left, Zuckerberg runs a company whose board wanted him in the building.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Tina said Tony helped bring a publisher to the Philippines, opening doors for artists who wanted to work with major comic book companies.
    — Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of wanted
Verb
  • Flying to San Diego With a packed helicopter and dwindling fuel, the crew decided to head to the Coast Guard station in San Diego where ambulances were waiting.
    — Jaimie Ding, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Its creator, Ryan Murphy, decided to include an episode inspired by the famous 1969 Monegasque ball, only this time, the character played by Kardashian was the host.
    — Diego Parrado, Vanity Fair, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of decided
Adjective
  • Doesn't expire Up to 50% off The TJ Maxx clearance section is one of the best ways to snag a deal at the retailer, with up to 50% off select styles.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Available now at Asos and select Adidas retailers, the latest collaboration revisits one of the German sportswear company’s most recognizable silhouettes, this time through a distinctly autumnal lens.
    — Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of select
Noun
  • The party has a long history of manipulating stock prices to ensure punters make money on their bets, or at least limit their losses.
    — Andy Browne, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The new ban comes after multiple NBA players were targeted in federal investigations involving bets on their individual performances.
    — Josh Appel, Washington Post, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of bet
Verb
  • The artist Rashid Johnson, who’d also made works for the restaurant, showed up and wished Humm a happy (belated) birthday.
    — Emma Allen, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The Kremlin said Putin wished Leo good health and a quick recovery.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of wished

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“Chosen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chosen. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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