Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To choose someone for a position, often by voting.
Elect
/ɪˈlekt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
However, he was the newly elected district attorney.The jury could not agree on who to elect as foreperson.She decided to elect the premium service for her subscription.
Etymology:
Originating in the late 15th century, from Latin electus, the past participle of eligere, meaning to pick out or to choose.
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