Candidates: meaning, definitions and examples
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candidates
[ ˈkændɪˌdeɪts ]
job application process
Individuals who are being considered for a particular job or position.
Synonyms
applicants, job seekers, prospective employees
Examples of usage
- They have shortlisted three candidates for the position.
- The company is interviewing several candidates for the role.
political elections
People who are running for a political office or position.
Synonyms
aspirants, contenders, nominees
Examples of usage
- The presidential candidate gave a speech to rally support.
- There are several candidates competing in the upcoming election.
Translations
Translations of the word "candidates" in other languages:
🇵🇹 candidatos
🇮🇳 उम्मीदवार
🇩🇪 Kandidaten
🇮🇩 calon
🇺🇦 кандидати
🇵🇱 kandydaci
🇯🇵 候補者 (こうほしゃ)
🇫🇷 candidats
🇪🇸 candidatos
🇹🇷 adaylar
🇰🇷 후보자 (huboja)
🇸🇦 مرشحون
🇨🇿 kandidáti
🇸🇰 kandidáti
🇨🇳 候选人 (hòuxuǎnrén)
🇸🇮 kandidati
🇮🇸 frambjóðendur
🇰🇿 кандидаттар
🇬🇪 კანდიდატები
🇦🇿 namizədlər
🇲🇽 candidatos
Word origin
The word 'candidates' originated from the Latin word 'candidatus', which means 'clothed in white'. In ancient Rome, candidates for public office would often wear white togas to symbolize their purity and good intentions. Over time, the term evolved to refer to anyone seeking a position or nomination, whether in the political arena or the job market.