👉 In the context of politics, "superincumbent" refers to a politician who has been in office for an extended period and is considered to be politically powerful or influential. This term implies that they hold significant power within their respective political party or organization, which may include influencing policy decisions, managing resources, and potentially having influence on national elections. Superincumbents can also refer to individuals who have served as the leader of a governing body, such as the President of a country or the Prime