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What is another word for Applicant? – 108 Applicant Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    candidate contender aspirant hopeful seeker petitioner supplicant claimant suitor bidder competitor contestant nominee applicant prospect interviewee jobseeker student scholar enthusiast admirer follower devotee fan adherent supporter solicitor plaintiff litigant complainant appealant

    Meaning of Applicant

    A person who is applying for something, especially a job or position.

    Definitions

    • A person who makes a formal application for something, typically a job, funding, or permission.
    • * A person who takes a formal test or examination in order to be considered for something.

    Etymology of Applicant

    The word "applicant" comes from the Latin "applicare," meaning "to apply," and the suffix "-ant," which forms a noun indicating a person who performs the action of the verb.
    The word has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a person who applies for something, and its meaning has remained relatively consistent over time.

    Example Uses

    • The company received many applications from qualified applicants for the open position.
    • * The applicant had to submit a resume, cover letter, and references as part of the hiring process.
    • * The university had a large number of applicants for the scholarship program.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    nonapplicant reject refuser decliner abandoner deserter quitter withdrawer dropout noncontender noncompetitor nonsuitor nonclaimant opponent objector protester dissenter detractor critic

    Related Nouns

    application appointment position job career profession vocation employment recruitment selection hiring Hr resume coverletter interview assessment evaluation examination test

    Related Verbs

    apply submit request appeal petition solicit bid compete contend strive seek pursue follow chase chaser recruit hire appoint employ

    Related Adjectives

    qualified eligible suitable fitting proper appropriate competent capable skilled experienced trained certified licensed qualified deserving worthy suitable fitting proper applicable