When given a system of beliefs, methods, or views, I’m seeking the word that describes a character trait for someone who, when given the same, will sort through and accept or emulate only the best or purposeful parts of the system, while disregarding the irrational, superfluous, or unnecessary parts of the system.

I’m looking for adjective, used to describe the tendency of a person to act in a certain manner. I believe in the suffix -ive, though I cannot be sure.

Arya is a blind-eyed Hindu, and despite the irrationality of her beliefs, the blind acceptance of your views is true. But to have faith that is not true irrational in her own way.” She can be very ____ in many other things like these. I’m

looking for a neutral connotation.” What are some examples?

How is it used in the Inheritance cycle books for one of the main characters (Eragon) to describe his love interest, Arya, like posted above (show all sources). I simply cannot find or remember the exact wording, or the chapter that it was used in, even though I have searched the definition for this word before.

Use a synonym, “to cherry-pick”.

We would provide examples of how to use an e.g., as a software developer. (not to use a word, not text or the like) How can Bob select what to believe from the Bible? In

their conversation with Carly about IITOO DORO in Japan, will I need to ask myself what adjective I’m looking for?