candidate
nounDivide candidate into syllables:
can · di · date
How to pronounce candidate:
Definition of candidate:
- candidate (noun):
- a politician who is running for public office.
- one that aspires to or is nominated or qualified for an office, membership, or award
Synonyms for candidate:
suitorseekerhopefulcontestantapplicantnomineeexpectantpoliticianpossibilityrunnerShow 4 more
Antonyms for candidate:
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