aspirant
1as·pi·rant
noun \ˈas-p(ə-)rənt, ə-ˈspī-rənt\Definition of ASPIRANT
: one who aspires <presidential aspirants>
See Examples of ASPIRANT
- <a bevy of ever-smiling aspirants for the Miss America title>
First Known Use of ASPIRANT
1738
Related to ASPIRANT
Synonyms: applicant, applier, candidate, 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
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