Definition

Describing someone or something that has not been chosen through a voting process.

Example

The unelected officials made decisions that affected the entire community.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new mayor they appointed?

Yeah, I did! It's surprising how they chose an unelected official.

I wonder how that will affect the community.

I guess we'll just have to wait and see what changes come.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unelected → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "elected" (from Latin "eligere", meaning to choose or select). The word "unelected" refers to someone who has not been chosen or selected through a voting process.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'chosen' ('elected') — that's why unelected means someone who has not been chosen.

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