Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A person who seeks or is nominated for a position, honor, or job.
Candidate
/ˈkændədət/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Taddeus Montag is a candidate for death.
If no, it's a prime candidate for elimination or creative procrastination.
She submitted her application as a mayoral candidate.
Etymology:
Derived from Latin candidatus, meaning "clothed in white," referring to the white togas worn by Romans seeking public office.
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