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    L'ascension (en. The ascension)

    /lasɑ̃sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Climb to a place located at a higher altitude.
    The ascent of Mont Blanc is a challenge for climbers.
    L'ascension du Mont Blanc est un défi pour les alpinistes.
    Elevation in a hierarchy, status, or position.
    His rapid ascent in the company surprised everyone.
    Son ascension rapide dans l'entreprise a surpris tout le monde.
    Progress or positive development.
    The ascent of technology has changed our way of life.
    L'ascension de la technologie a changé notre mode de vie.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ascensio', meaning 'climb'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    social ascent
    Progress of a person in the social hierarchy.
    l'ascension sociale
    spiritual ascent
    Elevation of the soul or level of consciousness.
    l'ascension spirituelle
    climbing the mountain
    Act of climbing a mountain.
    l'ascension de la montagne

    Related Words

    elevator
    Device that transports people or objects from one level to another.
    ascenseur
    ascendant
    Person or thing that positively influences the development of another.
    ascendant

    Slang Meanings

    Gaining perspective in a metaphorical context.
    After changing jobs, his ascent in life has been incredible.
    Après avoir changé de job, son ascension dans la vie a été incroyable.
    Rapidly climbing in skills.
    Her ascent in the tech field is impressive.
    Son ascension dans le domaine tech est impressionnante.