applicant

American  

[ap-li-kuhnt] / ˈæp lɪ kənt /

noun

1. a person who applies for or requests something; a candidate.

   an applicant for a position.

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applicant British  

/ ˈæplɪkənt /

noun

1. a person who applies, as for a job, grant, support, etc; candidate

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Etymology

Origin of applicant

First recorded in 1475–85, applicant is from the Latin word applicant- (stem of applicāns applying, present participle of applicāre ). See apply, -ant

Example Sentences

Law-school applicants have increasingly made use of websites that track admissions.

From The Wall Street Journal

The other evaluates applicants using a comprehensive review process — including special talents, how a student compares with peers in their high school, and geographic location — in addition to grades and coursework.

From Los Angeles Times

Key assessments include gauging an applicant’s curiosity and ability to read a room, which are increasingly important skills as AI takes over other parts of consulting jobs, such as making slide decks.

From The Wall Street Journal

The charity does not request proof of low income or benefits in order to send out donations, and there are only two reasons they will not provide donations to an applicant.

From BBC

Some of California’s most popular campuses, including the UCs and USC, do not use AI to cull applicants, and use only human readers and admissions staff.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• aspirant
• candidate
• claimant
• seeker