Appointed and Elective

Opposite meaning words

Appointed adjective - Subject to appointment.

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Elective is an antonym for appointed.

Elective adjective - Subject to popular election.

Usage example: elective official

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Appointed is an antonym for elective.

Nearby Words: elect, election, elected, electing, elector

However, the title of Swan Princess is not handed down through hereditary royalty, but rather is given to the appointed leader of the Swan Guard, making it more of an Elective Monarchy.

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