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Vocabulary Entry
incumbent
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A person currently holding a particular office.
Example Sentences
"The incumbent won the election by a large margin."
"As an incumbent, she has the advantage of experience."
"The board will review the qualifications of the incumbent."
A
adjective
Necessary for someone as a duty or responsibility; currently holding an office.
Example Sentences
"It is incumbent upon us to protect the environment."
"The incumbent administration has implemented several reforms."
"As the incumbent candidate, he is expected to participate in the debates."