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to elect
01
to choose a person for a specific job, particularly a political one, by voting
Transitive: to elect sb
Examples
Citizens will elect a new mayor in the upcoming municipal elections.
The nation collectively decided to elect the candidate who promised positive change.
elect
01
chosen as the best option
Examples
The elect team members were carefully selected based on their skills and experience.
The elect spokesperson for the group was selected to represent their interests in negotiations.
02
chosen or voted into a public office but not yet officially started serving in that role
Examples
The governor-elect will assume office next month.
She was introduced as the mayor-elect during the press conference.
03
(of a person) chosen by God for salvation or divine favor
Examples
The elect group of saints was predestined for heaven.
The elect individuals were called to spread the teachings of faith.
Elect
01
a group of people chosen for a special role or status
Examples
The elect were invited to the private ceremony.
Only the elect could access the exclusive club.
02
a person chosen by God for salvation in Christian theology
Examples
They believed themselves to be among the elect.
The preacher spoke about the destiny of the elect.
Lexical Tree
elected
election
elective
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