Choosy

usgb/ˈtʃuːzi/
adjective

Carefully selecting only what is best or most suitable.

When it comes to making friends, she's very choosy.
Visual representation of "choosy" - Carefully selecting only what is best or most suitable.

Often appears as...

  • be choosy about
  • be too choosy
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Negative Nuance

Sometimes implies excessive fussiness or hard to satisfy, which might be criticized.

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He's so choosy with his clothing, it's almost impossible to buy him a gift.
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Positive Quality

Can denote good taste and decision-making when selecting quality items or relationships.

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A choosy shopper, she always finds the best organic products.
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Collocation Context

Used with 'about' to highlight specific areas where one is discerning.

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You should be choosy about the contracts you sign.
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