GRE Word List

INCUMBENT

the holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice

The meaning of the word incumbent is the holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice.

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WordMeaning
commandeerto compel to perform military service
dissimulateto hide under a false appearance
debuta first appearance
tentativenot fully worked out or developed
pliantpliable
nectarthe drink of the Greek and Roman gods
assailto attack violently : assault
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action
breedto produce (offspring) by hatching or gestation
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult