applicant

noun
UK: /ˈæplɪkənt/
US: /ˈæplɪkənt/

  1. A person who formally applies for something, such as a job or a place at a university.

    1. The applicant waited nervously for the interview. [ ] [ ]
    2. Each applicant must submit all required documents by the deadline. [ ] [ ]

  2. Someone who requests something, like assistance or a service, often in writing.

    1. The applicant needed help with the application form. [ ] [ ]
    2. Every applicant for financial aid undergoes a thorough evaluation process. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

candidate claimant entrant

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "applicant" in English means: A person who formally applies for something, such as a job or a place at a university., Someone who requests something, like assistance or a service, often in writing..

The phonetic transcription of "applicant" is /ˈæplɪkənt/ in British English and /ˈæplɪkənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "applicant": candidate, claimant, entrant.

Example usage of "applicant": "The applicant waited nervously for the interview.". More examples on the page.