NYT Dictionary

APPLICANT

/ˈæp.lə.kənt/
NounAP-pli-cantap-pli-cant · 3 syllablesGrade 9

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2023, 2025, 2026

Meaning

One who applies for something; one who makes a request; a petitioner.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

From Latin applicans, present participle of applicare. See apply.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

applicateapplieraspirantcandidateclaimanthopefulpetitionerpostulantseekersolicitor

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles, including a pangram:

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