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Ascendant (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Tending or directed upward; "rooted and ascendant strength like that of foliage"- John Ruskin.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The majestic skyscraper rose from the ground with an ascendant thrust, piercing the clouds.
  • Her career has been marked by an ascendant trajectory, with each new project surpassing the previous in scope and success.
  • The delicate vine wrapped itself around the trellis with gentle, ascendant tendrils that seemed to stretch indefinitely.
  • In the serene and peaceful environment, the worshipers' prayers felt to take on an ascendant quality, as if buoyed by an unseen force.
  • With eyes cast upward and an ascendant gaze, the artist seemed almost otherworldly, as if channeling inspiration from the heavens themselves.

Synonyms

  • Ascendent
  • Ascensive

Related Words

  • Ascend (verb)

Meaning 2

Most powerful or important or influential; "the economically ascendant class"; "D-day is considered the dominating event of the war in Europe".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The economically ascendant class in the country has been the driving force behind the latest technological advancements.
  • As the new CEO took over, she became the ascendant voice in the company, with her opinions and decisions highly regarded by the board of directors.
  • The city's ascendant status as a hub for arts and culture has attracted visitors from all over the world.
  • The ruling party's ascendant position in the government has been largely unchallenged for the past decade.
  • The discovery of oil has led to the economically ascendant region becoming a global player in the energy market.

Synonyms

  • Dominating
  • Ascendent

Related Words

  • Ascendance (noun)
  • Ascendant (noun)
  • Ascendancy (noun)
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