Candidate

A candidate is a person who is being considered for a particular position or role, such as a job or an elected office. They may be evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and fit with the requirements of the position. In the context of political elections, a candidate is someone who is running for public office, seeking votes from the electorate to be elected or re-elected to a particular position. The term candidate can also refer to someone who is undergoing a selection process for a particular opportunity or honor, such as a scholarship or award.