Ascendant (en. Ascending)

/as.ɑ̃.dɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

In astrology, the sign that rises in the east at the moment of a person's birth.

His ascendant is in Pisces, which influences his personality.

Son ascendant est en poisson, ce qui influence sa personnalité.

State of a person who has dominant influence.

He gained the upper hand over his competitors during the competition.

Il a pris l'ascendant sur ses concurrents au cours de la compétition.

adjective

Refers to something that is rising or growing.

The technology sector has been ascending in recent years.

Le secteur technologique est ascendant ces dernières années.

Refers to the increasing influence or authority of a person or group.

This artist has a strong influence over the youth.

Cet artiste a un ascendant fort sur la jeunesse.

From the Latin 'ascendens', present participle of 'ascendere', which means 'to climb'.

to have an influence over someone

To exert influence over a person.

avoir un ascendant sur quelqu'un

to be in an ascending position

To occupy a position of power or increasing influence.

être dans une position ascendante

ascending in the sky

Astrology, indicating the sign at the moment of birth.

ascendant dans le ciel

ascension

Action of rising, progressing, elevating to a higher level.

ascension

elevator

Device allowing to go up or down from one floor to another.

ascenseur

ascendancy

State of being in a superior position, also used to refer to lineage.

ascendance

To be in a position of strength or influence.

He is really in a dominant position in this debate; everyone listens to him.

Il est vraiment ascendant dans ce débat, tout le monde l'écoute.

To score a point or gain ground.

He gained the upper hand over his opponent during the discussion.

Il a pris l'ascendant sur son adversaire lors de la discussion.