ELECT
/iːˈlɛkt/
5-letter word · 7 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of ELECT
noun
- One chosen or set apart.
- In Calvinist theology, one foreordained to Heaven. In other Christian theologies, someone chosen by God for salvation.
verb
- To choose or make a decision (to do something)
- To choose (a candidate) in an election
adjective
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Who has been elected in a specified post, but has not yet entered office.
"He is the President elect."
- Chosen; taken by preference from among two or more.
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About the word ELECT
Is "ELECT" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "ELECT" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "ELECT" worth?
In Scrabble, "ELECT" is worth 7 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 21.
What does "ELECT" mean?
One chosen or set apart.
Does "ELECT" have any anagrams?
No, "ELECT" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.