ascendant

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(as-cend-ant) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. 1 rising; 2 dominant;
noun. someone from whom you are descended but usually more remote than a grandparent

Example Sentence

He has rooted and ascendant strength like that of foliage.

Synonyms

dominating; commanding; controlling; ancestor

Antonyms

subordinate; descendant

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Rhymes

  • pendant

  • ascendant
  • attendant
  • defendant
  • dependent
  • descendant
  • descendent
  • resplendent
  • transcendent

  • independent

  • interdependent
  • superintendant
  • superintendent