ascending
Ascending (adj) means increasing step by step; rising in order from lowest to highest. Example: “The numbers are listed in ascending order.”
How to Use Ascending
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGoing from smallest/lowest to biggest/highest, or physically sloping upward.
Word Forms
ascendings plural
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The numbers are listed in _____ order.
Etymology
The -ing form of "ascend," from Latin ascendere, "to climb up."
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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.