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Elect

Definition

(verb) To choose someone for a position or office or choose to do something

Examples

I elected to stay home and watch the kids.
  • We elect a new chair every March.

  • They elected Mia after the debate at City Hall.

  • If you want the blue one, just elect it now.

  • At dinner, Dad elected to take the late train home.

Related words

Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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