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selectivity Definition

se·lec·tiv·ity (sə lek′tiv′ə tē)

noun

  1. the state or quality of being selective
  2. the degree to which a radio receiver will reproduce the signals of a given transmitter while rejecting the signals of the others

selectivity Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • achieve: This data then allows us to design further mutations to achieve higher selectivity.
  • show: Also, runs 6-10 all showed little selectivity despite the low temperature.
  • increase: In many cases this may reflect more an increased selectivity in needing to fit new information into some accepted framework than some memory dysfunction.
  • have: In general, private schools are very expensive and usually have a higher selectivity than the public universities.

Adjective modifier

  • directional: Are any models of directional selectivity supported by evidence?
  • high: This data then allows us to design further mutations to achieve higher selectivity.
  • excellent: Excellent selectivity and sensitivity, and a smooth regeneration control are appreciated features of this receiver.
  • great: Isn't there a case, also, for greater selectivity here too?
  • further: For the Humanities in particular, further selectivity is to be avoided.
  • good: Note that good selectivity does not necessarily mean " sensitivity " .

Modifies a noun

  • bias: In a selectivity bias also strong parity these states can.
  • filter: How many oxygen atoms of the selectivity filter interact with each K + ?
  • exercise: In June 1986, the NCP wrote to all Vice-Chancellors and Principals in connection with the UGC research selectivity exercise.

Noun used with modifier

  • substrate: Karen Norris Oviposition behavior and substrate selectivity in female Triturus newts.
  • frequency: There exists several suitable techniques to cope with frequency selectivity.
  • ion: The opening/closing of channels with different ion selectivities give rise to changes in voltage across cell membranes.
  • research: Increased research selectivity would cause negative effects beyond the loss of the research itself.
  • tumor: This tumor selectivity has been demonstrated for transplanted tumors in animal models.

Preposition: in

funding: We are gravely concerned about increasing levels of selectivity in research funding.

Preposition: of

reaction: Unfortunately, our model could not predict the selectivity of the analogous methyl ketone reaction.