reigning

adjective4 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.2
reigning champion8.0

Refers to the current holder of a championship title in a sport or competition.

reigning monarch7.2

The monarch (king, queen, or emperor) who is currently in power.

reigning king7.0

The king who is currently in power.

reigning emperor6.5

The emperor who is currently in power.