Pronunciation: /ɪˈlɛktɪd/
verb to choose someone for a position by voting
A1 She was elected as class president.
A2 The new mayor was elected by a majority vote.
B1 The committee elected a new chairman to lead the project.
B2 The board of directors elected a new CEO for the company.
C1 The citizens elected a new government in the recent elections.
C2 The United Nations elected a new Secretary-General to lead the organization.
adjective chosen for a position through voting
A1 The elected leader promised to improve the community.
A2 The elected official held a meeting with local residents.
B1 The elected representative introduced a new bill in parliament.
B2 The elected mayor implemented new policies to benefit the city.
C1 The elected governor faced criticism for his controversial decisions.
C2 The elected president addressed the nation in a televised speech.
formal The new president was elected by a majority vote.
informal My friend got elected as the class president.
slang She got elected to be the team captain.
figurative His charisma and leadership skills elected him as the group's spokesperson.
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