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

The approved bill now stipulates that the vice-president - appointed by the president rather than elected - will become the head of state to serve out the rest of the seven-year term.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

In a republic, the noun, supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, constrained by law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Last month, Security Minister Dan Jarvis said: "The volume, breadth and tempo of threats against elected representatives is unprecedented."

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Cooperation was halted in 2008 amid a diplomatic spat, however recently elected center-right President Rodrigo Paz has sought closer ties with the United States.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

A staunch Republican, he was also elected to local office.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield