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Grade 7
(in-cum-bent) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. currently holding a position or office.

Example Sentence

The incumbent decided not to run for the position again.

More Example Sentences

The incumbent teacher will retire this year.

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Rhymes

  • incumbent
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