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Definition candidate in American English

candidate noun

[countable] noun
/ˈkændɪˌdeɪt/
1

one of the people competing in an election

Example

the Democratic/Republican candidate

Synonyms and related words
candidacy candidate candidature
1.1

one of the people competing for a job

Example

The candidate must demonstrate good communication skills.

Example

There were two candidates for the position.

Synonyms and related words
affirmative action applicant application
1.2

one of the people competing for a prize

Example

She was asked to read out the list of candidates for the award for best actor.

Synonyms and related words
a good/bad loser all-comers a sore loser
2

a person or thing that is likely to do or be something

Example

They needed a location for the movie, and the church was the obvious candidate.

Example

This encounter is a candidate for the tournament's most exciting game.

Example

She looks like a prime candidate for a nervous breakdown.

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things object article
3

someone who is taking an examination

Example

Candidates may use a calculator.

Synonyms and related words
assessment borderline candidate
Definition candidate in American English