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.
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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.