noun
successful candidate; person who passed an exam
Refers to someone who has passed a test, examination, or screening. Commonly used in academic, professional, and licensing contexts.
今年の合格者は昨年より多かった。
There were more successful candidates this year than last year.
合格者には後日、通知が送られます。
Successful applicants will be notified at a later date.
Refers to an examinee or applicant, regardless of the result.
Compound of 合格 (passing an exam) + 者 (person).