How to Pronounce "ascendant"
word
əˈsɛndənt
uh-SEN-duhnt
ɐsˈɛndənt
uh-SEN-duhnt
Definition
Ascendant means rising in power, influence, or importance. It can also refer to someone or something currently dominant or becoming stronger.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈsɛndənt
British English
ɐsˈɛndənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-SEN-duhnt
UK
uh-SEN-duhnt
Listen in Context
The new political party is ascendant in the city.
Her career has been ascendant since 2020.
The company is in an ascendant position in the market.
Online education platforms are definitely ascendant these days.