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descending

0 synonyms and 1 antonyms for descending, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Moving or leading downward.

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How to use descending

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descending order descending scale

Etymology

From descend + -ing.

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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.

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