Candidate
/ˈkæn.dɪ.dət/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election or appointment.
The candidate submitted their resume for the position.
- (n.) A person qualified to receive a degree or certification upon meeting required conditions.
She was a candidate for the bar exam last year.
Forms
- candidates
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Commentary
In legal and formal contexts, use 'candidate' to denote eligibility or nomination status; clarify the capacity if needed to avoid ambiguity.
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