Correct spelling “incumbent” vs wrong “encumbent.”
Incorrect spelling - “Encumbent” is a mispronunciation-based error.
"encumbent" is a common misspelling of "incumbent". Always use "incumbent" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
Means someone currently in office.
"incumbent": Means someone currently in office.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" He challenged the incumbent candidate.
"Correct:" The incumbent holds the seat.
"Correct:" The duty is incumbent upon you.
"Incorrect:" He challenged the encumbent candidate.
"Incorrect:" The encumbent holds the seat.
A: Incumbent.
A: No.
A: Current holder of office.
A: The incumbent is popular.
A: People confuse in- with en- sounds.
""Incumbent" is correct; 'encumbent' is wrong. Begins with 'in-', not 'en-'."