Nominee: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when someone is officially suggested for a position, honor, or award.

• She was a nominee for the Best Actress award.
• The board has chosen their nominee for the CEO position.

Used when someone is being considered for a job, office, or other position, often with a formal process.

• He is a strong candidate for the president position.
• The interview process helps to determine the best candidates.

Used when someone is competing against others to win something, often used in sports or competitions and has a sense of challenge.

• She is a top contender in the marathon.
• There are several contenders for the championship title.

Used when someone is applying for a job, school, or program.

• We received over 100 applicants for the job.
• Each applicant must submit a personal statement.

Someone who has been officially suggested for a position, award, or recognition.

• She was a nominee for the Best Actress award
• The committee announced the nominees for the leadership position

Someone who is being considered for a position, role, or award; often used during the selection or election process.

• She is a candidate for the upcoming elections
• Several candidates applied for the job

A person who has been selected or designated to fill a position or office, typically by someone in authority.

• The governor's appointee for the board position will start next month
• He is an appointee of the President, serving in the cabinet

A person who has been named or chosen to take on a role, often in a formal or official manner.

• John is the CEO's designee for the negotiations
• The board's designee will handle the legal matters