elected
Translation
elected
Examples
The newly elected official gave a speech.
The newly elected official gave a speech.
Grammar Patterns
((elected)) + noun chosen by vote The elected president will take office soon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: chosen, selected, appointed; Antonyms: unelected
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'elect', from Latin 'electus'.
Memory Tips
This describes the result of the action 'to elect'. Someone who has been chosen is 'elected'.