1. A method or criterion for choosing or accepting only certain items, people, or conditions from a larger group; selection made according to specific standards or preferences
The university admits students on a selective basis, considering academic records and test scores.
A universidade admite estudantes em base seletiva, considerando registros acadêmicos e pontuações em testes.
2. In mathematics and linear algebra, a subset of a vector space that forms a basis and is chosen according to particular criteria
The algorithm constructs a selective basis for dimensionality reduction in the dataset.
O algoritmo constrói uma base seletiva para redução de dimensionalidade no conjunto de dados.
3. A principle or foundation for making distinctions or choices in a discriminating manner
Hiring on a selective basis ensures only qualified candidates are employed.
A contratação em base seletiva garante que apenas candidatos qualificados sejam empregados.