selective techniques

[sɪˈlɛktɪv tɛkˈnikz]
noun
técnicas seletivas
1. Methods or procedures designed to choose or isolate specific items, individuals, or outcomes from a larger group based on predetermined criteria
The researcher used selective techniques to identify participants with specific qualifications for the study.
O pesquisador utilizou técnicas seletivas para identificar participantes com qualificações específicas para o estudo.
2. Strategies in agriculture, breeding, or manufacturing that focus on choosing superior specimens or products
Selective techniques in crop breeding have increased yield significantly.
As técnicas seletivas no melhoramento de culturas aumentaram significativamente o rendimento.
3. Methods used in media, marketing, or advertising to target specific audience segments
The advertising campaign employed selective techniques to reach high-income consumers.
A campanha publicitária utilizou técnicas seletivas para alcançar consumidores de alta renda.
In Brazil, 'técnicas seletivas' is widely used in academic research, agricultural development, and business marketing contexts. The term reflects a growing emphasis on data-driven decision-making and precision targeting in modern Brazilian industries. In Portugal, the European Portuguese variant 'técnicas selectivas' maintains traditional spelling conventions, while both regions increasingly adopt these methods in digital marketing and scientific research.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
selection methodstargeting strategiesscreening proceduresfiltering techniques
Antonyms / Antônimos
random selectionuniversal methodsindiscriminate approaches

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
técnicas seletivas
Standard term used in academic and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
técnicas seletivas / seleção de técnicas
Both terms commonly used; slight preference for the latter in casual speech
São Paulo
técnicas seletivas
Preferred in business and academic settings
Portugal
técnicas selectivas / técnicas de seleção
Both forms acceptable; 'técnicas de seleção' more common in formal European Portuguese

Related Words

selection criteriascreening processtargeted approachselective breedingfilteringdiscrimination

Related Idioms & Phrases

cherry-picking / escolher apenas os melhores
screening process / processo de triagem
narrowing down / restringir as opções
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