CEFR B1

candidate

noun

Meaning

A person who is suggested or put forward for an office, prize, or position.

Examples

He is a strong candidate for the job.
The committee will review all applications from potential candidates.

Synonyms: applicant, nominee, aspirant

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candidate (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkændɪdeɪt/

Definition

A person who is suggested or put forward for an office, prize, or position.

Examples

He is a strong candidate for the job.
The committee will review all applications from potential candidates.
Only the top three candidates will be interviewed.

How to Use candidate

candidate for (prepositional phrase): Indicates the position, award, or situation for which someone is being considered. — "She is a candidate for the Nobel Prize."
candidate to (prepositional phrase): Indicates the action or role someone is being considered for. — "He is a candidate to become the next CEO."

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