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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

electives

/ɪˈlɛktɪvz/ noun · British & US
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What does electives mean?

noun

Courses that a student can choose to take in addition to required courses, often allowing for specialization or exploration of different subjects.

Example

"She chose to take electives in art and music to supplement her core curriculum."

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