Definitions

chose

[chohz] / tʃoʊz /

VERB

pick, select

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accept adopt appoint cast designate determine elect embrace favor judge love name prefer single out take want

STRONG

co-opt crave cull desire espouse excerpt extract fancy finger glean predestine separate slot sort tag tap weigh will winnow wish

WEAK

call for commit oneself decide on discriminate between draw lots feel disposed to fix on make choice make decision make up one's mind opt for see fit set aside settle upon sift out tab take up wish for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abstain disallow dislike hate ignore receive refuse reject repudiate repulse

STRONG

insert neglect not want

Example Sentences

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Researchers chose the name Tylosaurus rex as a tribute to paleontologist John Thurmond.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

It is also his first public appearance with Trump since the president chose him in January after a monthslong public contest.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Macron's Renaissance party has often been criticised for its weak local roots, and Attal chose to launch his presidential bid in rural France to send a message of solidarity with ordinary people.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

This is a celebrated author who chose her own clothes for the awards ceremonies.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Maybe everyone else chose to stay in their air-conditioned homes and watch the World Series game on television.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret