word
Elective
Ih-LEH-ktihv
/ɪˈlɛktɪv/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
elective
Dictionary meaning
Subject to popular election.
Examples
- Elective official.
- Elective surgery.
Synonyms: elected
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ih-FEM-er-ul
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muh-LIF-loo-us
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pur-spi-KAY-shus
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uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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