In the ascendant
phrase
Increasing in power or influence.
With his recent success in politics, John is clearly in the ascendant.
Often appears as...
- in the ascendant in
- is clearly in the ascendant
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Formal
phrase
In an upward trend, especially in an economy or market.
With the recent boom, the real estate market is in the ascendant.
Often appears as...
- market is in the ascendant
- economy is in the ascendant
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Formal
Academic
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Being more powerful than others.
With its advanced military technology, the country is in the ascendant.
Often appears as...
- in the ascendant over
- military is in the ascendant
Usage tips
Formal
Political
phrase
Increasing in power or influence.
With his recent success in politics, John is clearly in the ascendant.
Often appears as...
- in the ascendant in
- is clearly in the ascendant
Usage tips
Formal
phrase
In an upward trend, especially in an economy or market.
With the recent boom, the real estate market is in the ascendant.
Often appears as...
- market is in the ascendant
- economy is in the ascendant
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
phrase
Being more powerful than others.
With its advanced military technology, the country is in the ascendant.
Often appears as...
- in the ascendant over
- military is in the ascendant
Usage tips
Formal
Political
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Positive Momentum
Use when someone or something gains success and becomes more influential or well-regarded over time.
After her groundbreaking research, Dr. Smith is in the ascendant in scientific circles.
Pro Tip 2/3Beyond Politics
Though often political, it applies to any field where someone is gaining power or prominence.
Due to the innovative designs, their tech startup is in the ascendant.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Permanent
Being 'in the ascendant' suggests a shift in power that may not last forever—it’s a snapshot in time.
Despite being in the ascendant now, the CEO's long-term position is uncertain.
Pro Tip 1/3Positive Momentum
Use when someone or something gains success and becomes more influential or well-regarded over time.
After her groundbreaking research, Dr. Smith is in the ascendant in scientific circles.
Pro Tip 2/3Beyond Politics
Though often political, it applies to any field where someone is gaining power or prominence.
Due to the innovative designs, their tech startup is in the ascendant.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Permanent
Being 'in the ascendant' suggests a shift in power that may not last forever—it’s a snapshot in time.
Despite being in the ascendant now, the CEO's long-term position is uncertain.
Pro Tip 1/3Positive Momentum
Use when someone or something gains success and becomes more influential or well-regarded over time.
After her groundbreaking research, Dr. Smith is in the ascendant in scientific circles.
Pro Tip 2/3Beyond Politics
Though often political, it applies to any field where someone is gaining power or prominence.
Due to the innovative designs, their tech startup is in the ascendant.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Permanent
Being 'in the ascendant' suggests a shift in power that may not last forever—it’s a snapshot in time.
Despite being in the ascendant now, the CEO's long-term position is uncertain.
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