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Wordabulary

elect

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To choose someone for a position by voting.

"The members elected a new president at the annual meeting."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

vote in choose

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The members _____ a new president at the annual meeting."

Answer: elect

In your own words, what does "elect" mean?

To choose someone for a position by voting.

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