Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

candidacy

Noun

/ˈkændɪdəsi/

Definition

The state of being a candidate, especially for a political position or an election.

Examples

Her candidacy for mayor was announced last week.
He surprised everyone with his candidacy in the upcoming elections.
The committee will review all applications before deciding on the final candidacy list.

Meaning

Candidacy refers to the period or status in which a person is officially running or competing for a specific role, typically in politics or other competitive fields.