selectively triggering

A Ratnerarian term targeting specific individuals for the sake of offending someone or causing a massive revolt.

Max was selectively triggering a fencer in the chat, sparking a nuclear response.

by ZJ2112 March 8, 2017

selective noodle syndrome

Someone makes homemade Mac n cheese but they run out of a certain kind of noodle. So there's several different kinds of noodles.
Selective Noodle Syndrome is when you're picky and you dig through only getting a certain type of noodle out.

"She's digging through the noodles. She has Selective Noodle Syndrome."

by Lugnut13 April 9, 2017

Selectively fondled

Hand-picked; hand-selected.

“I have eight selectively fondled warriors ready for the LARP event.”
“I selectively fondled you to be on this team.”

by Compatibility Issue May 26, 2018

Selective Dumbness

When someone is unable or unwilling to speak about one very specific topic.

Filip had selective dumbness and was unable or unwilling to say I am sorry for the kidnapping.

by nintendojo August 14, 2018

Selectively Genius

The characteristic describing someone who claims they are smart, yet they choose not to be. this justifing their actions being in opposition to the claim. Usually the person relies on the term as a fallback to hide their insecurities regarding their scholastic disadvantage

Person 1 “Wow, I can’t believe you did that! You are so dumb!”

Person 2 “I’m not dumb, I’m selectively genius!”

by Typically_fresh February 14, 2019

Selective hearing

This can be defined as when a person only responds to specific instructions, words or sentences.

This mostly applies to toddlers and young children. Some children would ignore a call from an adult but would immediately respond when the adult offered them a treat

E.g selective hearing :
The boy only responds to"come and eat".

by Reuby24 August 24, 2019

Selective Input

Most commonly used in digital parties such as Discord, Xbox, PS4. Selective input occurs when a person chooses only to speak when they feel comfortable, usually within a Safe Space. It is used by cowards, and people who cannot generate a unique comeback. A user of selective input is most often also a lurker.

Josh was just roasted and did not respond choosing to use selective input.

Selective Input in use
Gavin: Your literally trash at fortnite, and you dont play any sports.
Josh:
Patrick: Yeah he is pretty bad.
Josh:
Patrick : (gets eliminated)
Gavin: Patrick how did you die you absolute bot.
Josh: ... Patrick is addicted to Fortnite and has anger issues.
Gavin: Yeah, Patrick you are a Nutist.
Patrick: No I’m not!
(An argument between Patrick and Gavin ensues)

by Nutler December 25, 2019