This is the 8052nd most frequent Portuguese word.
seletivo
Selective.
Here, 'seletivo' is used to describe an exam that chooses or selects candidates based on performance, reflecting exclusivity.
O exame vestibular é bastante seletivo.
The college entrance exam is quite selective.
In this sentence, 'seletivo' characterizes a person who exercises careful choice or discernment regarding their preferences, indicating a picky nature.
Ele é muito seletivo com os filmes que assiste.
He is very selective about the movies he watches.
Here, 'seletivo' is applied to a policy, implying that it is designed to include or favor certain criteria or standards, which affects its application or scope.