Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

former president

noun

/ˈfɔːrmər ˈprɛzɪdənt/

Definition

A person who previously held the position of president, especially in a political context.

Examples

Barack Obama is a former president of the United States.
The former president will be delivering a speech at the convention.
After serving for eight years, he became a respected former president admired by many.

Meaning

The term ‘former president’ refers to an individual who has completed a term or terms as the leading official of a country, organization, or institution, typically signifying that they had once held significant authority and responsibility.