What is another word for candidacy?

Pronunciation: [kˈandɪdəsi] (IPA)

The word candidacy implies a pursuit or interest in being elected or chosen for a position, role or honor. There are several other words that can be used as synonyms for candidacy, such as eligibility, suitability, qualification, worthiness, and candidacy. Eligibility is often used to describe the basic requirements, such as age or citizenship, needed to qualify for a position. Suitability implies a match or fit between the candidate and the position. Qualification emphasizes the skills and experience necessary for the position. Worthiness implies the candidate's overall merit and integrity, while candidacy refers to the act of running for office or seeking a position.

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Usage examples for Candidacy

Have just definitely withdrawn my candidacy for the Sorbonne job, with great internal relief, and wish I could withdraw from the whole business, and get at writing.
"The Letters of William James, Vol. II"
William James
The first election in the new Republic was carried with only a limited and somewhat perfunctory opposition to the candidacy of Estrada Palma.
"Cuba, Old and New"
Albert Gardner Robinson
And it is apropos of that candidacy that I have come to disturb your Sunday joys; but perhaps in so doing we shall not go beyond the limits of the family circle.
"The Lesser Bourgeoisie"
Honore de Balzac

Famous quotes with Candidacy

  • I think that's going to be an issue: Whether or not voters are going to get more of the same in a Clinton candidacy or whether she really is something unique and has something to offer apart from her husband.
    Barbara Olson
  • What has the women's movement learned from Geraldine Ferraro's candidacy for vice president? Never get married.
    Gloria Steinem
  • The Trump candidacy puts Democrats in an extremely awkward position. They are the party of elegance and fabulosity, but also claim to be the party of the “blacks and browns”—who see absolutely nothing wrong with Trump’s taste. Jay Z and Beyoncé may not like Trump’s positions, but, boy, they like his style. They’re asking themselves, How can a person of such taste be a Republican? He’s P. Diddy in the Hamptons, disturbing the neighbors with his parties.
    Ann Coulter

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