1. not chosen or selected; not elected to office

1. those who are not chosen or elected; people not selected for a particular position or status
Usage: often used in religious contexts

Examples

• The nonelect candidates watched as the results were announced.
• She remained among the nonelect despite her qualifications.
• The committee consisted of both elect and nonelect members.
• Many of the nonelect felt disappointed by the outcome.
• The nonelect were given consolation prizes.
• He accepted his status as one of the nonelect gracefully.