applicant

ap·pli·cant

noun \ˈa-pli-kənt\

Definition of APPLICANT

: one who applies <a job applicant>

Examples of APPLICANT

1. We interviewed 30 qualified applicants for the job.
2. <have numerous applicants for the job>

First Known Use of APPLICANT

1776

Related to APPLICANT

Synonyms: candidate, applier, aspirant, campaigner, contender, expectant, hopeful, prospect, seeker

Antonyms: noncandidate

Related Words: competitor, contestant, entrant, entry, favorite, qualifier; dark horse, spoiler, stalking horse; crown prince, favorite son; claimant, pretender; nominee, running mate

Near Antonyms: incumbent, officeholder; awardee, honoree, inductee; dropout

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