An elective monarchy is a type of monarchy system where the ruler is elected by a group of people, rather than being determined by bloodline or heredity. While this term is widely used, there are other synonyms that can be used to describe this kind of monarchy system. One of the synonyms is called "chosen monarchy," which emphasizes the idea of being chosen rather than inheriting the position. Another is "elective kingship," which highlights the specific role of a king in an elective system. A third synonym is "citizen kingship," focusing on the role of the citizens in selecting the ruler. Regardless of the synonym used, elective monarchy systems offer an alternative to traditional monarchies and empower the people in the selection of their leader.