ascension

noun

as·​cen·​sion ə-ˈsen(t)-shən 

: the act or process of ascending

Synonyms of ascension

• ascent
• climb

Examples of ascension in a Sentence

The play tells of his ascension to the presidency.

the ascension of women in society

Recent Examples on the Web

Zverev's ascension to the top ranking comes after two of his ex-girlfriends accused him of physical abuse. — ABC News, 12 Oct. 2026

While Allen would not be a like-for-like replacement for the downfield threat Thornton provides, his ascension would allow the Chiefs to move some other pieces around. — Sam McDowell 12, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026

Evans said the site, which is associated with Jesus and his ascension, holds particular significance for participants and serves as a symbol of their faith. — Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2026

The Kohs and their friends believe schooling is a route to class ascension. — Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin ascension-, ascensio, from ascendere

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing ascension

• right ascension

Rhymes for ascension

• attention
• contention
• convention
• declension
• detention
• dimension
• dissension
• distension
• extension
• intension
• invention
• laurentian

Kids Definition

ascension

noun

as·​cen·​sion ə-ˈsen-chən 

: the act or process of ascending

Geographical Definition

Ascension

geographical name

As·​cen·​sion ə-ˈsen(t)-shən 

isolated island in the South Atlantic belonging to the British colony of Saint Helena area 34 square miles (88 square kilometers)