English Dictionary
Definition candidate in British English
candidate
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
[countable]
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
the Labour/Liberal/Conservative candidate
The candidate must demonstrate good communication skills.
There were two candidates for the post.
candidates for the award for best actor
This encounter is a candidate for the tournament's most exciting game.
someone who is taking an examination
Candidates may use a calculator.
