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unelected

UK/ʌnɪ'lektɪd/US/ˌʌnɪˈlektɪd/
B2

Definitions

adj.

Holding power without having been chosen in an election

未经选举产生的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
un-not, reversal
+
electedout of, former
=unelected

un- (not) + elected (e- 'out' + lect 'choose'). Of an official who was not voted into power.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Critics warned against handing power to unelected officials.

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