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Incumbent
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
incumbents
Examples
The incumbent faced strong competition in the upcoming election.
incumbent
01
currently holding a position of authority or office
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
relational
ungradable
Examples
The incumbent president is seeking reelection.
02
required or obligatory for someone as a duty or responsibility
Examples
It is incumbent upon all citizens to obey the law.
03
resting or leaning on a supporting surface
Examples
The statue depicts a figure incumbent upon a stone slab.
