Deselect — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˌdē-sə-ˈlekt/ de·se·lect

Meaning & Definition of Deselect

Deselect (verb)

  1. dismiss, reject
  2. to cause (something previously selected) to no longer be selected in a software interface

Deselect (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to show unwillingness to accept, do, engage in, or agree to

    "he'll deselect any plan that doesn't put him in total control"

    similar: balk (at), decline, disapprove, negative, nix, pass, pass up, refuse, reject, reprobate, repudiate, spurn, throw out, throw over, turn down, turn one's back on
    related: blow off, disdain, rebuff, scorn, scout, shoot down, overrule, veto, forbid, prohibit, proscribe, dismiss, ignore, abstain (from), forbear, refrain (from), deny, disavow, disclaim, dispute, gainsay, stick, abjure, forswear, recant, renounce, retract, take back, unsay, withdraw, avoid, bypass, detour, contradict, disown, negate, controvert, disagree (with), disprove, rebut, refute, back down, back off, backtrack, disallow, recall, renege, revoke
    opposite: accept, agree (to), approve
    near: condone, countenance, swallow, tolerate, adopt, embrace, receive, take, welcome, accede, acquiesce, agree, assent, consent, choose, handpick, select, espouse, support

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Deselect

The most common words with a similar meaning to Deselect:

balk (at), decline, disapprove, negative, nix, pass, pass up, refuse, reject, reprobate, repudiate, spurn, throw out, throw over, turn down, turn one's back on

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Deselect

Words with the opposite meaning of Deselect:

accept, agree (to), approve

Related Words for Deselect

blow off, disdain, rebuff, scorn, scout, shoot down, overrule, veto, forbid, prohibit, proscribe, dismiss, ignore, abstain (from), forbear, refrain (from), deny, disavow, disclaim, dispute, gainsay, stick, abjure, forswear, recant, renounce, retract, take back, unsay, withdraw

Near Antonyms of Deselect

condone, countenance, swallow, tolerate, adopt, embrace, receive, take, welcome, accede, acquiesce, agree, assent, consent, choose, handpick, select, espouse, support

Word Forms of Deselect

Inflections: deselected, deselecting, deselects

Origin & Etymology of Deselect

First known use: 1963

Frequently Asked Questions about Deselect

What does "Deselect" mean?

"Deselect" means dismiss, reject. As a verb, it is defined as: dismiss, reject.

What is another word for "Deselect"?

Other words for "Deselect" include balk (at), decline, disapprove, negative, nix, pass, pass up and refuse. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Deselect" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Deselect"?

There are 64 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Deselect". Common alternatives include balk (at), decline, disapprove, negative, nix, pass, pass up, refuse, reject and reprobate.

What is the opposite of "Deselect"?

Antonyms of "Deselect" include accept, agree (to) and approve. Near antonyms include condone, countenance, swallow and tolerate.

How do you use "Deselect" in a sentence?

Examples of "Deselect" in a sentence: "he'll deselect any plan that doesn't put him in total control".

Is "Deselect" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Deselect" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Deselect"?

"Deselect" is pronounced /ˌdē-sə-ˈlekt/ and divided into syllables as de·se·lect.

What is the origin of the word "Deselect"?

First known use: 1963.