propose vs select

select vs propose

propose is not an adjective while select is an adjective.

propose and select both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
propose	No	No	Yes	No
select	No	Yes	Yes	No

As verbs, select is a hypernym of propose; that is, select is a word with a broader meaning than propose:

propose: put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position
select: pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

Other hypernyms of propose include choose, pick out, take.

propose (adjective)	select (adjective)
	selected or chosen for special qualifications
	of superior grade

propose (verb)	select (verb)
present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc.	pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
propose or intend
make a proposal, declare a plan for something
ask (someone) to marry you
put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position

Difference between propose and select

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