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candidate
noun
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Divide 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:

suitorseekerhopefulcontestantapplicantnomineeexpectantpoliticianpossibilityrunner
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Antonyms for candidate:

bossfindermanager

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