Cool MateMeaning of Incumbent
In simple words: The person who currently holds a job or position.
Incumbent in a sentence
- The incumbent mayor plans to run for re-election next year.
- It's common for the incumbent to have an advantage in elections.
- The company must notify the incumbent employees about the new policy changes.
- An incumbent leader often has the experience that comes with holding office.
- Incumbents are often considered more stable candidates in political races.
How to use Incumbent
Used in professional or political contexts. More appropriate in formal writing or discussions. Avoid in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone subject
Memory hint
Think 'in-cubent' like a 'current occupant' in a job.
Related words
Collocations with Incumbent
- incumbent candidate
- incumbent government
- incumbent position
- incumbent role
- incumbent leader
Synonyms for Incumbent
- holder
- occupant
- officeholder
- postholder
- incumbency
Common mistakes with Incumbent
- Confusing with 'incumbency' which refers to the state of holding an office.
- Using it in informal settings where simpler terms are better.
- Assuming it only applies to politics; it can refer to any position.
Incumbent appears in
Incumbent in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شاغل المنصب
الشخص اللي ماسك وظيفة أو منصب حاليًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
পদাধিকারী
বর্তমানে কোনো চাকরি বা পদে থাকা ব্যক্তি।
- GermanDeutsch
Amtsinhaber
Die Person, die gerade einen Job oder eine Position hat.
- SpanishEspañol
Titular
La persona que tiene un trabajo o puesto ahora mismo.
- Persianفارسی
مقام فعلی
شخصی که در حال حاضر یک شغل یا موقعیت را در اختیار دارد.
- FrenchFrançais
En poste, actuel(le)
La personne qui occupe actuellement un poste ou une fonction.
- Hindiहिन्दी
पदधारी
वह व्यक्ति जिसके पास वर्तमान में कोई नौकरी या पद है।
- ItalianItaliano
In carica
La persona che attualmente ricopre un lavoro o una posizione.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Incumbente
A pessoa que está no cargo ou posição no momento.
- RussianРусский
Действующий
Человек, который в настоящее время занимает работу или должность.
- Urduاردو
موجودہ عہدیدار
وہ شخص جو فی الحال کوئی نوکری یا عہدہ رکھتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
现任者,在职者
现在占着某个职位的人。
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- Occupant
- DebateB2
A formal discussion on a particular topic, where opposing arguments are presented.
- CandidateB1
A person who applies for a job or is nominated for a position.
- BallotC1
A method of voting, typically by submitting a paper or electronic form.
- ClauseB1
a group of words that includes a subject and a verb, and forms a sentence or part of a sentence
- LiberalC1
willing to understand and respect other people’s behaviour, opinions, etc., especially when they are different from your own; believing people should be able to choose how they behave
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Frequently asked questions about Incumbent
What does Incumbent mean?
The person who currently holds a job or position.
What is the definition of Incumbent?
A person who currently holds a particular office or position.
How do you use Incumbent in a sentence?
The incumbent mayor plans to run for re-election next year.
Can you give another example of Incumbent?
It's common for the incumbent to have an advantage in elections.
What are synonyms for Incumbent?
Common alternatives include holder, occupant, officeholder, postholder, incumbency.
What words go with Incumbent?
It commonly pairs with incumbent candidate, incumbent government, incumbent position, incumbent role, incumbent leader.
What are common mistakes when using Incumbent?
Confusing with 'incumbency' which refers to the state of holding an office. Using it in informal settings where simpler terms are better. Assuming it only applies to politics; it can refer to any position.
How do you pronounce Incumbent?
US: //ɪnˈkʌmbənt//, UK: //ɪnˈkʌmbənt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Incumbent formal or informal?
"Incumbent" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Incumbent?
Used in professional or political contexts. More appropriate in formal writing or discussions. Avoid in casual conversations.