candidates

The word “candidates” has 3 syllables: can-di-dates

It's pronounced as /ˈkændɪdeɪts/

What is synonym and antonym for candidates?

In the thesaurus, “candidates” has 28 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for candidates

applicants
appliers
aspirants
campaigners
claimants
competition
competitors
contenders
contestants
crown princes
dark horses
entrants
entries
expectants
favorite sons
favorites
hopefuls
nominees
participants
possibilities
pretenders
prospects
qualifiers
runners
running mates
seekers
spoilers
stalking horses

Antonyms for candidates

awardees
dropouts
honorees
incumbents
inductees
noncandidates
officeholders

Meanings of candidates

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.

Example Sentences

The debate featured several candidates competing for the position of mayor.
The interview panel carefully considered all the candidates before making a decision.
The candidates for the scholarship were asked to submit an essay on their achievements.
The election saw multiple candidates vying for the top spot in the council.
Among the candidates for the job, she stood out due to her extensive experience.

On this page you'll find 35 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to candidates, such as: applicants, appliers, aspirants, awardees, campaigners, claimants, competition.

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