adj
Uncommon
ascending
uh-SEHN-dihng
Ascending (adj) means increasing step by step; rising in order from lowest to highest. Example: “The numbers are listed in ascending order.”
adj
1
Increasing step by step; rising in order from lowest to highest.
"The numbers are listed in ascending order."
"Prices are shown in ascending order on the results page."
2
Moving or sloping upward.
"The trail follows an ascending path along the ridge."
How to use ascending
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGoing from smallest/lowest to biggest/highest, or physically sloping upward.
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Common pairings
ascending order
sort in ascending order
ascending scale
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Word forms
- Plural
- ascendings
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Etymology
The -ing form of "ascend," from Latin ascendere, "to climb up."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for ascending
ending
sending
bending
lending
pending
mending
spending
unending
blending
trending
defending
attending
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Frequently asked questions
What does “ascending” mean?
The word “ascending” means increasing step by step; rising in order from lowest to highest. In plain terms, going from smallest/lowest to biggest/highest, or physically sloping upward.
How do you pronounce “ascending”?
“Ascending” is pronounced uh-SEHN-dihng (/əˈsɛn.dɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “ascending” in a sentence?
Here is “ascending” used in a sentence: “The numbers are listed in ascending order.”
What is the opposite of “ascending”?
The opposite of “ascending” — its antonyms — is descending.
What part of speech is “ascending”?
“Ascending” is an adjective.
Where does the word “ascending” come from?
The word “ascending” comes from Latin. The -ing form of "ascend," from Latin ascendere, "to climb up.".
Is “ascending” a common word?
“Ascending” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ascending” have?
“Ascending” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: increasing step by step; rising in order from lowest to highest.
