🗳️candidate

noun
/ˈkændɪdeɪt/

Meaning

A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.

Example Sentences

The candidate gave a strong speech during the debate.

Example Expressions

political candidate

Synonyms

applicant, nominee, contender, aspirant, competitor

Antonyms

employer, voter

Collocations

job candidate, presidential candidate, candidate selection, candidate list

More Example Sentences

He was chosen as the best candidate.

She is considered a strong candidate.

They voted for the candidate they trusted.

He voted against the candidate he didn’t trust.

I think a candidate who learns from their mistakes is always a valuable asset.

I believe my experience and passion make me a strong candidate for this scholarship.

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a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority

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