elective
The word “elective” has 3 syllables: e-lec-tive
It's pronounced as /ɪˈlɛktɪv/
What is synonym and antonym for elective?
In the thesaurus, “elective” has 10 synonyms and 6 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for elective along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for elective
- class
- clinic
- course
- curriculum
- institute
- option
- optional
- refresher
- seminar
- voluntary
Antonyms for elective
- compulsory
- mandatory
- nonelective
- obligatory
- rejectee
- required
Meanings of elective
- noun
- Something that is an option or that may be elected, like a course of tertiary study or a medical procedure.
- adjective
- Of, or pertaining to voting or elections; involving a choice between options.
- Optional or discretionary; chosen, not mandatory.
Example Sentences
- The university offers several elective courses for students to choose from.
- He decided to take an elective in creative writing to explore his passion for storytelling.
- The elective classes allow students to specialize in subjects they are interested in.
- She chose an elective on environmental science to complement her major in biology.
- The school curriculum includes mandatory subjects alongside elective options.
On this page you'll find 16 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elective, such as: class, clinic, compulsory, course, curriculum, institute, mandatory.
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