incumbent

[ɪnˈkʌmbənt]

incumbent Definition

• 1. necessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.
• 2. currently holding an indicated position, role, office, etc.

Using incumbent: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "incumbent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  It is incumbent on all employees to attend the meeting.

• Example

  The incumbent president was re-elected for a second term.

• Example

  The incumbent senator is facing a tough re-election campaign.

• Example

  It is incumbent upon us to take action against climate change.

incumbent Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for incumbent

• obligatory
• mandatory
• required
• compulsory
• essential

Antonyms for incumbent

• optional
• voluntary

Phrases with incumbent

• incumbent upon

  necessary as a duty or responsibility for someone

  Example

  It is incumbent upon the government to provide healthcare for its citizens.

• incumbent on

  necessary as a duty or responsibility for someone

  Example

  It is incumbent on all of us to protect the environment.

• incumbent president

  the current president who is running for re-election

  Example

  The incumbent president is expected to win the election.

Origins of incumbent

from Latin 'incumbentem', meaning 'lying upon'

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Summary: incumbent in Brief

The term 'incumbent' [ɪnˈkʌmbənt] refers to something that is necessary as a duty or responsibility. It can also describe someone who currently holds a position or office. Examples include 'It is incumbent on all employees to attend the meeting' and 'The incumbent president was re-elected for a second term.' Phrases like 'incumbent upon' and 'incumbent on' denote necessary duties or responsibilities.