Definition of ascension
: the act or process of ascending
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Examples of ascension in a Sentence
The play tells of his ascension to the presidency.
the ascension of women in society
Recent Examples of ascension from the Web
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The centerpiece includes the last supper and the ascension of Christ.
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Maybe the ascension of Cheney’s old ally John Bolton in the White House helped raise the profile of Libby’s cause.
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With the ascension of center Myles Turner and shooting guard Victor Oladipo, the Pacers need a solid, plug-and-play point guard. 24.
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There is a paradox central to the ongoing ascension of autonomous vehicles.
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Last May, Jared Kushner’s sister went to China to pitch potential investors on another development, but the effort drew scrutiny because the presentations featured a photo of Donald Trump and mentioned her brother’s ascension to the White House.
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But no matter the details, the populists' ascension in Rome crystallizes a real danger for Europe's liberal establishment.
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Houston’s ascension may seem obvious now, but there was a time when adding Chris Paul to a roster whose best player was James Harden and whose coach was Mike D’Antoni seemed problematic.
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Those were the first steps in Mr. Foley’s ascension to caddie master, member, and club president at Wollaston, along the way winning three club championships and the 1964 Massachusetts Amateur championship.
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Origin and Etymology of ascension
Middle English, from Latin ascension-, ascensio, from ascendere
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Definition of ascension for English Language Learners
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: the act of rising or ascending; especially : the act of moving to a higher or more powerful position
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the Ascension : the Christian holiday that celebrates Jesus Christ's journey to heaven after his death
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Definition of ascension for Students
: the act or process of moving or rising up especially to a higher or more powerful position
- ascension to the throne
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