Word ELECT: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

elect

🇺🇸 [ɪˈlɛkt]

Meanings

To choose someone for a position or office, usually by voting or selection.

Examples

• They elected a new president.
• She was elected to the city council.
• The board will elect the next chairperson.

Synonyms

choose • appoint • select

Antonyms

dismiss • reject • discharge