Incumbency

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkʌmbənsi/

Definitions of incumbency

noun the state of holding a particular position, especially a political office

Example Sentences

A1 The incumbent mayor won the election.

A2 The incumbent's term will end next year.

B1 The benefits of incumbency include name recognition.

B2 The incumbent's policies have been controversial.

C1 The incumbent's performance will be a key issue in the upcoming election.

C2 The incumbent's incumbency may be challenged by a strong opponent.

Examples of incumbency in a Sentence

formal The incumbent mayor is seeking reelection to continue his incumbency in office.

informal The current boss is running for another term to stay in charge.

slang The top dog is gunning for reelection to keep their spot.

figurative The incumbent's incumbency has been a steady ship in turbulent waters.

Grammatical Forms of incumbency

• plural: incumbencies
• comparative: more incumbent
• superlative: most incumbent
• present tense: incumbent
• future tense: will be incumbent
• perfect tense: has been incumbent
• continuous tense: is being incumbent
• singular: incumbency
• positive degree: incumbent
• infinitive: to incumbency
• gerund: incumbencing
• participle: incumbent

Origin and Evolution of incumbency

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'incumbency' originated from the Latin word 'incumbentia', which means 'lying upon'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a literal sense to describe something lying upon or resting on something else, the term 'incumbency' evolved to refer to the state of holding a particular position or office, especially in politics or business.