Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkʌmbənt/
noun a person who currently holds a particular position or office
A1 The incumbent mayor won the election.
A2 The incumbent of the company is responsible for overseeing daily operations.
B1 The incumbent government has implemented new policies to address the issue.
B2 The incumbent CEO has been in the position for over ten years.
C1 The incumbent president is facing criticism for his handling of the crisis.
C2 The incumbent leader has maintained a strong hold on power for decades.
adjective necessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility
A1 The incumbent president is running for reelection.
A2 It is incumbent upon all citizens to vote in the upcoming election.
B1 The incumbent manager has been with the company for over ten years.
B2 The incumbent CEO has successfully led the company through several mergers.
C1 The incumbent government faces challenges in implementing new policies.
C2 The incumbent leader is widely respected for their diplomatic skills.
formal The incumbent president was re-elected for a second term.
informal The current boss is the incumbent for the position.
slang The top dog is the incumbent around here.
figurative Change is difficult when the incumbent holds all the power.
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