The word "chosen" refers to a person or thing that has been selected from a group. Some synonyms for the word "chosen" are elected, picked, selected, appointed, designated, and named. These words are often used interchangeably with "chosen" when referring to someone or something that has been carefully selected or designated for a particular role or task. The word "elected" is often used when referring to a person who has been chosen through a formal voting process, while "appointed" is often used when referring to a person who has been selected by someone in authority for a particular role. Regardless of the context, these synonyms all convey the idea of being carefully and intentionally selected for a particular purpose.