elected
UK: ɪˈlɛktɪd | US: ɪˈlɛktɪd
adj. chosen by vote for a position or office
v. (past tense and past participle of "elect") to select by vote for a position or office
The word "elect" originates from the Latin ēligere ("to pick out, choose"), combining e- (variant of ex-, meaning "out") + legere ("to gather, choose"). Over time, it evolved into Old French elire and Middle English electen, retaining the core meaning of selection. The suffix -ed marks the past tense or past participle, indicating a completed action of choosing. The term often implies a formal or deliberate choice, especially in political contexts.
She was elected president of the student council.
The committee elected to postpone the meeting.
He felt honored to be elected by his peers.
The newly elected mayor promised reforms.
They elected a representative through a secret ballot.