Ascendance
noun
The condition of being in a position of dominance or control.
His ascendance in the company was rapid and impressive.
Often appears as...
- rise to power
- claim ascendance
Usage tips
Formal
political ascendance, social ascendance, ascendance in power
noun
A rise in status or influence.
In the political arena, her ascendance was notable.
Often appears as...
- attain ascendance
- enjoy ascendance
Usage tips
Neutral
ascendance in society, cultural ascendance, educational ascendance
noun
The condition of being in a position of dominance or control.
His ascendance in the company was rapid and impressive.
Often appears as...
- rise to power
- claim ascendance
Usage tips
Formal
political ascendance, social ascendance, ascendance in power
noun
A rise in status or influence.
In the political arena, her ascendance was notable.
Often appears as...
- attain ascendance
- enjoy ascendance
Usage tips
Neutral
ascendance in society, cultural ascendance, educational ascendance
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'ascendance' primarily in more formal or literary contexts.
The ascendance of technology transforms societies.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotion
Consider the emotional implications when discussing personal ascendance.
Her ascendance was met with both admiration and jealousy.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal
'Ascendance' is better suited for formal writing.
The research showcases the ascendance of new economic theories.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'ascendance' primarily in more formal or literary contexts.
The ascendance of technology transforms societies.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotion
Consider the emotional implications when discussing personal ascendance.
Her ascendance was met with both admiration and jealousy.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal
'Ascendance' is better suited for formal writing.
The research showcases the ascendance of new economic theories.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'ascendance' primarily in more formal or literary contexts.
The ascendance of technology transforms societies.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotion
Consider the emotional implications when discussing personal ascendance.
Her ascendance was met with both admiration and jealousy.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal
'Ascendance' is better suited for formal writing.
The research showcases the ascendance of new economic theories.
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