Applicant and Officeholder

Applicant

Applicant noun - One who seeks an office, honor, position, or award.
Usage example: have numerous applicants for the job
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Synonyms for Applicant

Officeholder is an antonym for applicant.

Officeholder

Officeholder noun - A person who holds a public office.
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Synonyms for Officeholder

Applicant is an antonym for officeholder.
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