noun
incumbency
Incumbency (noun) means the period during which someone holds an official position.
noun
1
The period during which someone holds an official position.
2
Something that a person is required to do.
3
A well-paid position or possession, especially a church post.
"ORR believes the two companies have incumbency advantages dating back to privatisation."
— , Network News: ORR: signalling market lacks sufficient competition (2021)
"They do so on behalf of the fossil fuel industry, animal farming, finance, construction firms, car manufacturers and airline companies, but also on behalf of something bigger than any of those interests: the power of incumbency."
— George Monbiot, This heatwave has eviscerated the idea that small changes can tackle extreme weather (2022)
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Etymology
Formed from incumbent and -cy.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for incumbency
agency
latency
urgency
potency
decency
regency
currency
tendency
clemency
leniency
frequency
emergency
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of incumbency?
"incumbency" (noun) means the period during which someone holds an official position.
What is another word for incumbency?
Other words for "incumbency" include tenure.
What are the different meanings of incumbency?
"incumbency" has 3 main meanings: 1. The period during which someone holds an official position; 2. Something that a person is required to do; 3. A well-paid position or possession, especially a church post.
