applicant
Translation
applicant, candidate
Examples
There were over 100 applicants for the job.
There were over 100 applicants for the job.
The successful applicant will start next month.
The successful applicant will start next month.
Grammar Patterns
((for sth.)) an applicant for (sth.) She is an applicant for the manager position.
Similar Words
Synonyms: candidate, contender, nominee
Etymology
From 'apply' + the suffix '-ant' (a person who does something). So, 'a person who applies'.
Memory Tips
An applicant is a person who fills out an application.