Meaning & Definition of word "Elect"

Elect

/ɪˈlɛkt/

1. to choose or select by vote.
- Example: The citizens will elect a new mayor in the upcoming election.
2. to make a choice or decision.
- Example: She decided to elect to follow her dreams instead of a traditional career path.

1. having been chosen, especially by vote, but not yet in office.
- Example: The elect president will take office in January.
2. having special or preferred status.
- Example: Members of the club enjoy several elect privileges.

Middle English, from Latin 'electus', past participle of 'eligere', meaning 'to choose'.

elect to:

to choose to do something

electoral college:

a body of people representing the states of the US, who formally cast votes for the election of the president and vice president.

elected officials:

people who have been chosen for a public office through voting.

election:

the formal process of selecting a candidate for office.

electorate:

the body of people allowed to vote in an election.

select:

to carefully choose or pick out from a group.

Meaning: to pick someone for a fun or casual position

Example Sentence: I totally elect him to be our party planner!

Meaning: to choose something as a preferred option informally

Example Sentence: I elect pizza for dinner tonight!