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adjective

Definition of ascendingnext
as in ascendant

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verb

present participle of ascend
as in rising
to move or extend upward the path ascended so steeply at one point that we had to scramble up on our hands and knees

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Recent Examples of ascending
Adjective
While Chicago has the feel of an ascending team, there are also some shaky components here. — Conor Orr, SI.com, 27 June 2019 The sensation of building up, creating an ascending path of self-esteem, is something that Ellis hopes to foster and manipulate to her advantage. — Andrew Keh, New York Times, 12 June 2019 At this point in life, Keke believes the city has much to offer musically, as well as culturally, to support her ascending career. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 2 Feb. 2018 The cornerback had just helped the New England Patriots hold off a young and ascending Tampa Bay Buccaneers team Thursday night, 19-14. — Lorenzo Reyes, USA TODAY, 6 Oct. 2017
Verb
While both the primary and secondary suites live on the main level, an ascending staircase leads you up to a dedicated workspace and additional sleeping accommodations courtesy of a sleeper sofa. — Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026 Before ascending the ladder at Business Affairs, Capifali did stints at the Department of Environment and the Chicago Commission on Animal Care and Control. — Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026 Timberview has been rapidly ascending over the last two seasons and is getting closer not just to competing for district titles, but potentially returning to being a state title contender. — Charles Baggarly august 29, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2026 Article Nine of the Constitution stipulates that, upon ascending the throne, the monarch must take an oath before the Storting, the Norwegian parliament, to govern the country in accordance with the Constitution and the laws. — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026 Houston has all the ingredients to challenge the Red Raiders for the conference crown, including a great coach in Willie Fritz, an ascending defense, and one of the most experienced rosters in the Big 12 heading into 2026. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2026 An ascending coach on one side in Texas A&M’s Mike Elko and a one fighting a tough narrative in USC’s Lincoln Riley. — Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026 However, power-hitting prospect Andrew Fischer, a 2025 first-round pick, is rapidly ascending. — Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 That’s in line with modern baseball trends, with MLB front offices employing more sophisticated evaluation tools to monitor their ascending arms. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 18 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ascending
  1. ascendant
  2. rising
  3. elevated
  4. climbing
  5. soaring
Adjective
  • Prosecutors have argued Burke killed Hernandez to protect his ascendant music career.
    — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The Wings’ future, meanwhile, relies on Fernandez’s gravelly voice being what Bueckers and the other ascendant stars need, too.
    — Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of ascendant
Verb
  • The bank said capacity constraints and rising competition are weighing on ASML, but that the stock remains a top pick.
    — Michael Bloom, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Alexandria Eala, a rising global superstar, draws a new Filipino fanbase.
    — Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of rising
Adjective
  • The Bank of Korea raised its base rate to 3% in August, its second consecutive hike, as core inflation remained elevated.
    — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
  • One of the many knock-on effects of the energy price shock has been a broad expectation among investors that inflation will stay elevated.
    — Steve Kopack, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of elevated
Verb
  • Chevron shares were little changed Wednesday after climbing 13% in the past three months and 39% in 2026.
    — Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
  • If containment is climbing while repeat contacts hold steady, the volume didn't go away.
    — Antony P Gregory, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of climbing
Verb
  • An internal polymer maximizes energy transfer and dampens vibration – making shots feel soft and powerful, while soaring high and tight.
    — Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Revenues are up, player salaries are higher, viewership is growing, and team valuations are soaring.
    — Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of soaring

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“Ascending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ascending. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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