Applicant

/ˈæplɪkənt/

/ˈæpɫɪkənt/

[noun]

Applicant

[NOUN]

someone who formally applies for something, particularly a job

synonyms : applier

Examples

1. The applicants were called for a skills assessment test.

2. We can't accept more applicants for the job.

3. The indecisive job applicant was afraid to apply for his dream job, imagining all the ways he could be rejected.

4. Despite the fact that the job applicant was highly qualified, his constant self-praise during the interview made the hiring manager question his suitability for the role, as self-praise is no recommendation.