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elective Definition and Meaning in English (elective definition)

adjective
Synonyms:optionaldiscretionaryvoluntary
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Elective definition: Relating to or decided by an election, or chosen by vote.

Definitions of Elective

  1. 1adjective

    Relating to or decided by an election, or chosen by vote.

  2. 2adjective

    Referring to a course or subject that a student can choose, rather than one that is compulsory.

  3. 3noun

    A course of study that a student can choose from a range of options, rather than one that is required.

Example Sentences

“She chose an elective course in photography.”

“The surgery was elective, not an emergency procedure.”

“The committee is an elective body chosen by the members.”

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nounelection
adjectiveelectoral
adverbelectively

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