Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ascent

noun
/əˈsɛnt/
Definition
The act of rising or climbing to a higher position or level.
Examples
  • After a long ascent, the hikers reached the mountain peak.
  • The company’s ascent in the market was attributed to its innovative products.
  • His ascent to the role of manager was well-deserved after years of hard work.
Meaning
Ascent refers to the process of moving upwards, whether physically, such as climbing a hill, or metaphorically, like progressing in one’s career or status.
Synonyms
  • climb
  • rise
  • elevation
  • uplift
  • advancement