descending
1 antonym for descending — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Moving or leading downward.
Antonyms
How to use descending
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
descending order
descending scale
Etymology
Formed from descend and -ing.
Full origin of descending →Frequently asked questions
What does “descending” mean?
The word “descending” means moving or leading downward. In plain terms, going downward, or ordered from biggest/highest to smallest/lowest.
How do you pronounce “descending”?
“Descending” is pronounced dih-SEHN-dihng (/dɪˈsɛn.dɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “descending” in a sentence?
Here is “descending” used in a sentence: “They followed the descending path back to the village.”
What is the opposite of “descending”?
The opposite of “descending” — its antonyms — is ascending.
What part of speech is “descending”?
“Descending” is an adjective.
Is “descending” a common word?
“Descending” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “descending” have?
“Descending” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: moving or leading downward.
