candidate
candidate
Pronunciation
IPA Phonetic Spelling for "candidate"
/ˈkæn.də.dət/
ˈkæn:
/k/ - voiceless velar stop
/æ/ - open front unrounded vowel
/n/ - alveolar nasal
də:
/d/ - voiced alveolar stop
/ə/ - schwa
dət:
/d/ - voiced alveolar stop
/ə/ - schwa
/t/ - voiceless alveolar stop
Word Form Variations
Singular: candidate
Plural: candidates
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Noun
Definition: A person who applies for a job, position, or honor.
Synonyms: applicant, nominee, contender
Antonyms: incumbent, appointee
Definition: A person who is likely to succeed or achieve something.
Synonyms: prospect, possibility, potential
Antonyms: unlikely, improbable
Adjective
Definition: Suitable or qualified for a particular purpose or position.
Synonyms: eligible, appropriate, fitting
Antonyms: ineligible, unsuitable, inappropriate
Examples of Use
Books
"The presidential candidates debated the issues of the day." (The New York Times)
"She was a strong candidate for the job, but ultimately, they chose someone with more experience." (A novel by Jane Austen)
Newspapers
"The Democratic candidate for governor announced their platform yesterday." (The Washington Post)
"The Republican candidate for mayor is facing allegations of corruption." (The Chicago Tribune)
Online Publications
"Candidates for the reality TV show can apply online." (The Hollywood Reporter)
"The job posting lists the qualifications for the ideal candidate." (Indeed.com)
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms
"The contestants on the show compete to be the last candidate standing." (Survivor)
"The character in the movie is a presidential candidate who faces a scandal." (House of Cards)
General Public Discourse
"I'm not sure who I'm going to vote for in the upcoming election; all of the candidates have their strengths and weaknesses." (A casual conversation)
"The candidate's campaign promises seem unrealistic." (A political discussion)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Candidate
"The best candidate is not the one who promises the most, but the one who delivers the most." — Anonymous
"A candidate is someone who offers their vision, but it’s the voters who decide the reality." — Anonymous
"Every candidate must be judged not by what they say, but by what they do when they think no one is watching." — Anonymous
"The test of a candidate is not in the popularity of their slogans, but in the strength of their convictions." — Anonymous
"A candidate’s character will shape their leadership far more than any policy paper." — Anonymous
"Candidates come and go, but the ideals of a people endure." — Anonymous
"The measure of a candidate is how they treat those who can do nothing for them." — Anonymous
"The candidate who listens is the candidate who leads." — Anonymous
"Courage is the currency of every true candidate for change." — Anonymous
"In the end, every candidate is just a promise; it’s the people who hold them accountable." — Anonymous
Etymology
Candidate comes from the Latin word candidatus, which means "clothed in white." This was because Roman candidates for public office wore white togas as a symbol of purity and innocence.
The first known use of "candidate" in English was in the 15th century. At that time, it meant a person who was considered for a position or office, especially in the Catholic Church. Over time, the meaning of the word broadened to include anyone who was considered for a job, position, or honor.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Candidate
Common Phrases:
A strong candidate: A person who is likely to succeed or achieve something.
A leading candidate: A person who is considered to be the most likely to win a competition or election.
A potential candidate: A person who might be considered for a job or position in the future.
A reluctant candidate: A person who is not enthusiastic about running for office or applying for a job.
A token candidate: A person who is nominated for a position or office as a gesture of inclusivity or diversity, but who is not expected to win.
Less Common Phrases and Idioms:
To be a candidate for something: To be likely to experience or suffer from something.
To be a candidate for election: To be running for office.
To be a candidate for a promotion: To be considered for a higher position.
To be a candidate for sainthood: To be considered for canonization by the Catholic Church.
To be a candidate for a Nobel Prize: To be considered for one of the prestigious Nobel Prizes.
To be a candidate for extinction: To be at risk of becoming extinct.
Idioms with Synonyms:
To be in the running: To be a possible winner or candidate.
To be in the mix: To be among the people or things being considered.
To be in the game: To be participating in a competition or activity.
To be in the running for: To be a possible recipient of something.
To be in the hunt: To be actively trying to achieve something.
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Source Information
Definition of candidate from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
