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functionary vs incumbent

incumbent vs functionary

functionary and incumbent both are nouns.

functionary is not an adjective while incumbent is an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
functionary Yes No No No
incumbent Yes Yes No No
As nouns, incumbent is a hyponym of functionary; that is, incumbent is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than functionary:
  • functionary: a worker who holds or is invested with an office
  • incumbent: the official who holds an office
functionary (noun) incumbent (noun)
a worker who holds or is invested with an office the official who holds an office
functionary (adjective) incumbent (adjective)
currently holding an office
necessary (for someone) as a duty or responsibility; morally binding
lying or leaning on something else
Difference between functionary and incumbent

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