chosen

Definition

  • noun: one who is the object of choice or of divine favor
  • adjective: selected to do or receive something special
  • past participle of 'choose'
  • synonyms: choice, select, elect

Examples

  • Only 'the/a chosen few' will get to go on the trip. [=only a few people will get to go]

  • He was 'chosen' because he's qualified for the job.

  • She was 'chosen' from a long list of people.

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Yeah, he couldn't get it up. I did everything I could. It was like nibbling on a piece of string cheese. It's really making me question my chosen career path. No, no, no, it's not you. But you really should consider going back to law school. It's definitely not you. (..)
    2014 TvShow: Californication Title: Grace Season: 7 Episode 12