Candidate (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.).

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Synonyms

• Prospect

Hypernyms

• Somebody
• Soul
• Individual
• Someone
• Mortal

Meaning ²

A politician who is running for public office.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Synonyms

• Campaigner
• Nominee

Hypernyms

• Political Leader
• Pol
• Politician

Hyponyms

• Write-in Candidate
• Stalking-horse
• Dark Horse
• Favorite Son
• Spoiler
• Running Mate