Candidate

/kˈændɪdˌe‍ɪt/

/ˈkændədeɪt/, /ˈkænədɪt/

Candidate

someone who is competing in an election or for a job position

synonyms : campaigner

someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

synonyms : prospect

Examples

1. Candidates will sit the examinations in June.

2. Yet another candidate has thrown his hat into the ring.

3. At this stage in the campaign, the Democratic candidate is way ahead of the pack.

4. The reporter threw the candidate a curve by asking about his past drug use.