ascent
Translation
climb, rise, upward slope
Examples
The first ascent of Everest was in 1953.
The first ascent of Everest was in 1953.
His ascent to power was very rapid.
His ascent to power was very rapid.
The path began a steep ascent.
The path began a steep ascent.
Grammar Patterns
an ascent ((of sth.)) a climb of a mountain, etc. The first ascent of Everest was in 1953.
an ascent ((to sth.)) a rise to a position of power, etc. His ascent to power was very rapid.
Similar Words
Synonyms: climb, rise; Antonyms: descent, fall
Etymology
From Latin 'ascendere' (to climb up). It is the noun form of 'ascend'.
Memory Tips
Link it with the verb 'ascend'. An ascent is the act of ascending, whether up a mountain or in social status.