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eleggere

to elect

Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)

votarenominaresceglieredesignare

Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)

destituirerimuoveredeselezionarerevocare

Usage note

'Eleggere' is specifically for elections. 'Nominare' = to appoint (without a vote). 'Votare per' = to vote for someone.

Example

"I cittadini hanno eletto un nuovo sindaco."

"The citizens elected a new mayor."

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