Elect
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈlɛkt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Elect is a noun meaning One chosen or set apart.
Meaning
One chosen or set apart.
More Meanings
- (theology) In Calvinist theology, one foreordained to Heaven. In other Christian theologies, someone chosen by God for salvation.
- (transitive) To choose or make a decision (to do something).
- (transitive) To choose (a candidate) in an election.
- (postpositive) Who has been elected in a specified post, but has not yet entered office.
- Chosen; taken by preference from among two or more.
Example Sentences
the elect angels
colours quaint elect
He is the President elect.
Shall not God avenge his won elect?
Word Forms
- elects
- electing
- elected
Synonyms for elect
Depending on context, synonyms include elite, selected, chosen.
Antonyms for elect
Common opposites include reprobate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chosen, selected, incoming, elite, select, selection.
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