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be elective
[/bi ɪˈlɛktɪv/]
verb phrase
ser eletivo/eletiva
1.
To be optional or chosen by selection rather than mandatory
This course will be elective for students in their final year.
Esta disciplina será eletiva para alunos no último ano.
2.
To be chosen by vote or election
The position of class president will be elective, determined by student votes.
O cargo de presidente da turma será eletivo, determinado por votos dos alunos.
3.
In law, to be subject to choice or selection
These benefits are elective under the employment contract.
Estes benefícios são eletivos sob o contrato de trabalho.
Synonyms
be optional
be discretionary
be voluntary
Antonyms
be mandatory
be required
be compulsory
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
ser eletivo/eletiva
Standard usage in educational and legal contexts
São Paulo
ser eletivo/eletiva
Common in academic institutions
Portugal
ser eletivo/eletiva
Standard usage; also 'ser de eleição'
Related Idioms & Phrases
elective course
elective surgery
elective office
by choice, not by requirement
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