# elective vs executive

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### elective
*adjective · IPA /ɪˈlɛktɪv/ · frequency rank #19,071*
Of, or pertaining to voting or elections; involving a choice between options.

### executive
*adjective · IPA /ɪɡˈzɛkjʊtɪv/ · frequency rank #1,425*
Designed or fitted for execution, or carrying into effect.

## Source
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