Definitions
- Referring to the state or condition of being a candidate for a position or office. - Describing the eligibility or qualification to run for a particular role or position. - Talking about the process or period of being considered as a potential candidate.
- Referring to the state or condition of being a candidate for a position or office. - Describing the act or process of applying or being considered for a specific role or position. - Talking about the period or duration of being a candidate for a particular position.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to the state or condition of being a candidate.
- 2Both words are used to describe the process of applying or being considered for a position.
- 3Both words are nouns that can be used to talk about someone's eligibility or qualification for a role.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Candidacy is more commonly used in American English, while candidature is more commonly used in British English.
- 2Formality: Candidacy is generally considered more formal than candidature.
- 3Frequency: Candidacy is more frequently used than candidature in everyday language.
Remember this!
Candidacy and candidature are synonyms that both refer to the state or condition of being a candidate for a position or office. The main difference between the two is their usage and formality. Candidacy is more commonly used in American English and is generally considered more formal, while candidature is more commonly used in British English and is slightly less formal. Additionally, candidacy is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts, while candidature is more specific to the process of applying for a position.
