elected

American  

[ih-lek-tid] / ɪˈlɛk tɪd /

adjective

1. chosen by vote, as for an office (appointed ).

   an elected official.

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noun

1. the elected. elect.

2. a politician, officer, or official who has been chosen by vote.

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Other Word Forms

• self-elected adjective
• unelected adjective

Etymology

Origin of elected

First recorded in 1550–60; elect + -ed ²

Example Sentences

In Guatemala, United Fruit sought to enlist the U.S. government in its fight against the elected government’s policies.

From Salon

Weaver said parish councils should "absolutely" play a greater role as the government plans a reorganisation with more elected mayors.

From BBC

Most state utility commissions are appointed, but of the 10 that are elected, nine have elections this year, said Charles Hua, executive director of PowerLines, a nonprofit that advocates for utility customers.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Had he jumped into either race and lost, it would have made the prospects of elected office even further away,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

No comparable rule exists for individuals with no corporate affiliation and no elected office who share investment opinions online.

From The Wall Street Journal