Applicant — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈa-pli-kənt/ ap·pli·cant

Meaning & Definition of Applicant

Applicant (noun)

  1. one who applies

Applicant (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. one who seeks an office, honor, position, or award

    "have numerous applicants for the job"

    similar: applier, aspirant, campaigner, candidate, contender, expectant, hopeful, prospect, seeker
    related: competitor, contestant, entrant, entry, favorite, qualifier, dark horse, spoiler, stalking horse, crown prince, favorite son, claimant, pretender, nominee, running mate
    opposite: noncandidate
    near: incumbent, officeholder, awardee, honoree, inductee, dropout

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Applicant

The most common words with a similar meaning to Applicant:

applier, aspirant, campaigner, candidate, contender, expectant, hopeful, prospect, seeker

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Applicant

Words with the opposite meaning of Applicant:

noncandidate

Related Words for Applicant

competitor, contestant, entrant, entry, favorite, qualifier, dark horse, spoiler, stalking horse, crown prince, favorite son, claimant, pretender, nominee, running mate

Near Antonyms of Applicant

incumbent, officeholder, awardee, honoree, inductee, dropout

Origin & Etymology of Applicant

applicate "to apply, put to use" (borrowed from Latin applicātus, past participle of applicāre "to bring into contact [with], situate near, bring to bear [on]") + -ant:1 apply

First known use: circa 1742

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Applicant

Frequently Asked Questions about Applicant

What does "Applicant" mean?

"Applicant" means one who applies. As a noun, it is defined as: one who applies.

What is another word for "Applicant"?

Other words for "Applicant" include applier, aspirant, campaigner, candidate, contender, expectant, hopeful and prospect. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Applicant" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Applicant"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Applicant". Common alternatives include applier, aspirant, campaigner, candidate, contender, expectant, hopeful, prospect and seeker.

What is the opposite of "Applicant"?

Antonyms of "Applicant" include noncandidate. Near antonyms include incumbent, officeholder, awardee and honoree.

How do you use "Applicant" in a sentence?

Examples of "Applicant" in a sentence: "have numerous applicants for the job".

Is "Applicant" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Applicant" is a noun.

Is "Applicant" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Applicant" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Applicant"?

"Applicant" is pronounced /ˈa-pli-kənt/ and divided into syllables as ap·pli·cant.