Pronunciation

/kəˈnædənt/

Definitions

• Noun: A person who is considered for a particular job, position, or role; a hopeful participant in an election or competition. Example: “He’s a strong candidate for the CEO position.”
• Verb: To be a suitable choice or nominee for something. Example: “She is a strong candidate for the scholarship.”
• Adjective: Characteristic of a candidate, such as being qualified or inexperienced. Example: “A new candidate with fresh ideas.”

Phrases

• “Run for candidacy”
• “Apply as a candidate”
• “Election candidate”
• “Job candidate”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Many talented artists applied to be candidates for the art exhibition.”
• Verb: “After months of training, he felt confident enough to become a candidate for the marathon.”
• Adjective: “The inexperienced candidate struggled during the interview.”

Synonyms

• Aspirant
• Contender
• Applicant
• Nominee
• Hopeful
• Potential

Antonyms

• Incumbent
• Out of the running
• Not qualified
• Rejected