Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ascending
adjective
/əˈsɛndɪŋ/
Definition
Moving or climbing upward; increasing in order or value.
Examples
- The ascending staircase led to the beautiful observation deck.
- He listed the scores in ascending order for clarity.
- She felt a sense of joy as she watched the balloon ascending into the sky.
Meaning
The term ‘ascending’ refers to a direction or sequence that goes from a lower point to a higher point. It can relate to physical elevation or to the arrangement of items in increasing order.
Synonyms
- uplifting
- climbing
- increasing
- raising
- moving up
