Synonyms for

Elect

Verb / ɪˈlekt / Another word for elect — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To select or choose by vote for a position or office.

Synonyms & similar words

chosen elite choose select pick nominate appoint name prefer tap opt cull handpick induct install

Synonyms by register

Formal

choose select appoint nominate

Informal

pick go for opt for

Literary

ordain consecrate

Antonyms

reject refuse veto disqualify exclude decline spurn

Common collocations

  • elect a president
  • elect a leader
  • elect a representative
  • elect by ballot
  • elect by majority
  • elect to office
  • elect to parliament

Word family

noun election
verb elect
adjective elected
adverb electively

Usage note

Primarily used in the context of voting or choosing someone for a position, often political. Be careful not to confuse with 'select' which can imply a more personal choice.

Example sentences

  1. Mary was elected as the captain of the basketball team.
  2. The people will elect a new mayor in the upcoming election.
  3. The members of the club will elect a new treasurer.
  4. He was elected by a majority vote.
  5. The students will elect their new class representatives next month.

Quotes

  • Every citizen should be a soldier. This was the case with the Greeks and Romans, and must be that of every free state. -Thomas Jefferson
  • Those who stay away from the election think that one vote will do no good: 'Tis but one step more to think one vote will do no harm. -Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • Voting is the expression of our commitment to ourselves, one another, this country and this world. -Sharon Salzberg

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