Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

descension

noun
/dɪˈsɛnʃən/
Definition
The act of descending or moving downward.
Examples
  • The descension of the mountain was steep and challenging.
  • During the descension of the aircraft, the pilot communicated with the control tower.
Meaning
Descension refers to the process or state of going downwards, whether physically or metaphorically.
Synonyms
  • decline
  • fall
  • drop
  • decension