ascendant
2 antonyms for ascendant — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Rising in power, influence, or status; dominant.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Rising in power, influence, or status; dominant.
“The party's ascendant wing pushed for bolder reforms.”
Opposites
2. noun
A position of dominance or commanding influence, especially in the phrase "in the ascendant."
“Support for the policy is in the ascendant.”
Antonyms
How to use ascendant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
in the ascendant
ascendant power
ascendant influence
Fairly formal; common in political, business, and astrological writing.
Etymology
From Latin ascendens, the present participle of ascendere ("to climb, rise") — the same root as "ascend."
Full origin of ascendant →Frequently asked questions
What does “ascendant” mean?
The word “ascendant” means rising in power, influence, or status; dominant. In plain terms, rising toward dominance or greater influence; often used in the fixed phrase "in the ascendant.".
How do you pronounce “ascendant”?
“Ascendant” is pronounced uh-SEHNDNT (/əˈsɛndənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “ascendant” in a sentence?
Here is “ascendant” used in a sentence: “The party's ascendant wing pushed for bolder reforms.”
What part of speech is “ascendant”?
Depending on how it is used, “ascendant” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “ascendant” come from?
The word “ascendant” comes from Latin. From Latin ascendens, the present participle of ascendere ("to climb, rise") — the same root as "ascend.".
How many meanings does “ascendant” have?
“Ascendant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: rising in power, influence, or status; dominant.
