incumbent

/ɪnˈkʌmb(ə)nt/adj
High School
1

Chiefly followed by on or upon: leaning, or lying, reclining, or resting, on something else.

2

Of an anther: lying on the inner side of the filament; also, of a cotyledon: having its back lying against the radicle.

3

Of a body part such as a hair, spine, or wing: bent downwards or otherwise positioned so that it, or part of it, rests on or touches something else; specifically (ornithology), of the hind toe of a bird: fully resting on a support.

4

Being the current holder of an office or a title; specifically (Christianity, obsolete), of an ecclesiastical benefice.

5

Oppressive, pressuring.

6

Followed by on or upon: imposed on one as an obligation, especially due to one's office or position.

7

Hanging or leaning over.

8

Putting much effort into an activity or some work.

9

Weighing on one's mind.

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Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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