descends
word · lemma: descend
Definition
To move or go down from a higher place to a lower one. It can refer to physically going down, or sometimes to something becoming lower or less important.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both literal (stairs, mountain) and figurative (mood, importance) senses. More formal than 'go down' or 'come down'. Common collocations: 'descend the stairs', 'descend into chaos'. Usually not used for vehicles (prefer 'land').
Spanish: desciende - bajaPortuguese (BR): desce - baixaPortuguese (PT): desce - baixaChinese (Simplified): 下降Chinese (Traditional): 下降Hindi: नीचे आता है - उतरता हैArabic: ينزل - يهبط
Example Sentences
The elevator descends to the ground floor.
basic
He descends the stairs carefully.
basic
The sun descends behind the mountains every evening.
basic
As darkness descends, the village becomes quiet.
natural
Chaos descends when the alarm goes off unexpectedly.
natural
A cold fog descends on the city every morning in winter.
natural