Meaning of 'elect'

adjective

selected as the best

Example: "an elect circle of artists"

Synonyms: elite

noun

an exclusive group of people

Example: "one of the elect who have power inside the government"

Synonyms: chosen

verb

choose

Example: "I elected to have my funds deposited automatically"

verb

select by a vote for an office or membership

Example: "We elected them chair of the board."

adjective

elected but not yet installed in office