noun, plural (formal or speciality use) as in strong fondness

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initiates, candidates

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Example Sentences

Example:The initiates of the Eleusinian Mysteries included the diadumenoi who had completed the necessary rites.

Definition:Participants who have undergone an initiation ritual.

From initiates

Example:The candidates for the Eleusinian Mysteries, the diadumenoi, were carefully chosen from among the young men of Athens.

Definition:Persons who are being considered as suitable for a position or for admission into an organization.

From candidates