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ascent

noun

/əˈsɛnt/

Meaning

The act of rising or climbing to a higher position or level.

The climbers began their ascent to the mountain peak at dawn.

rapid ascent

rise, climb, elevation, upward movement, progression

descent, decline, fall

steep ascent, rapid ascent, ascent to power, ascent of the mountain

either of the two main branches of the trachea that lead directly into the lungs

natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible; electromagnetic radiation that can be...

the spreading of something more widely or the movement of particles from high to low concentration

the process or art of decorating something; ornamental items used to beautify

The recurrence of traits or characteristics from a remote ancestor.

a large deep spoon with a long handle, used for serving soup or other liquids