incumbent
Pronunciation
[change]Noun
[change]- An incumbent is a person who currently holds a type of position, often in politics.
- She was an incumbent in the last election for the office she holds.
Antonyms
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[change]Adjective
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Positive |
Comparative |
Superlative |
- If someone is incumbent, they are in a political position now.
- They are incumbent in this election because they are in office.