candidate

The word “candidate” has 3 syllables: can-di-date

It's pronounced as /ˈkændɪdeɪt/

What is synonym and antonym for candidate?

In the thesaurus, “candidate” has 39 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for candidate along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for candidate

applicant
applier
aspirant
bidder
campaigner
claimant
competitor
contender
contestant
crown prince
dark horse
entrant
entry
expectant
favorite
favorite son
handshaker
hopeful
job-hunter
nominee
office seeker
petitioner
possibility
possible choice
pothunter
pretender
prospect
qualifier
runner
running mate
seeker
solicitant
spoiler
stalking horse
stumper
successor
suitor
whistle-stopper
write-in

Antonyms for candidate

awardee
dropout
honoree
incumbent
inductee
noncandidate
officeholder

Meanings of candidate

noun
1. A person who is running in an election.
2. A person who is applying for a job.
3. A participant in an examination.
4. Something or somebody that may be suitable.
5. A gene which may play a role in a given disease.
verb
1. To stand as a candidate for an office, especially a religious one.
2. (chiefly in jargon and NNES) To make or name (something) a candidate (for use, for study as a next project, for investigation as a possible cause of something, etc).

Example Sentences

The candidate for governor gave an inspiring speech during the rally.
After the interview, they decided that he was the best candidate for the job.
She is a strong candidate for the position of project manager.
The candidate showed impressive qualifications and experience.
Many voters were undecided between the two leading candidates.

On this page you'll find 46 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to candidate, such as: applicant, applier, aspirant, awardee, bidder, campaigner, claimant.

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