word
Elect
Ih-LEHKT
/ɪˈlɛkt/Listen
Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.
Syllable breakdown
elect
Dictionary meaning
Selected as the best.
Examples
- An elect circle of artists.
- One of the elect who have power inside the government.
Synonyms: elite
People also look up
Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
Mellifluous
muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
Learn one new pronunciation a day
Get a word, name or idiom like “Elect” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.
Something wrong? Suggest a correction