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

His time with the Bucks has fast-tracked his coaching ascension. —Chris Branch, New York Times, 1 May 2026

Unlike his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, whose near-universal popularity defined an era, Charles has had a more uneven public reception over decades as heir and since his ascension to the throne in 2022. —Freddie Clayton, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026

Ultimately, Paul’s ascension to the imperial throne is not the happily-ever-after ending that, say, Aragorn’s crowning represents in The Lord of the Rings. —Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026

D’Astous averages nearly 19 minutes a night, which makes his quick ascension more remarkable. —Eduardo A. Encina, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 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), population 1400