Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

interim president

noun

/ˈɪn.tə.rɪm ˈprɛzɪdənt/

Definition

A person appointed to temporarily serve as president, especially during a transition period between two elections or the absence of a legitimate president.

Examples

The interim president was chosen to lead the country until the upcoming election.
After the resignation of the former leader, an interim president was appointed to stabilize the government.
During the political turmoil, the interim president worked to restore public trust.

Meaning

The term ‘interim president’ refers to a temporary leader who holds the presidential office until a new president is officially elected or a current president returns to duty.