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Yes, elective is playable

...and is worth 16 points.

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Enable (Words with friends)
SOWPODS (Collins Scrabble Words)
OTCWL2014 (NASPA Word List 2014)
TWL06 (NASPA List 2006)

"Elective" Definition

noun

An optional academic course or subject.
An elective course or subject.

adjective

Filled or obtained by election: elective office.
Having the power or authority to elect; electoral.
Of or relating to a selection by vote.
Permitting or involving a choice; optional: elective surgery.
Chosen or filled by popular .

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