ascendence
Definition
Noun: 1. The condition of having power, authority, or controlling influence over another or others. It describes a state of superiority, dominance, or being in a higher position, often in a social, political, or competitive hierarchy.
Usage
The word "ascendence" is a formal term used to describe a position of power or dominance. It often implies that this position has been achieved or is being maintained, and it focuses on the resulting state or condition of control. * It is frequently used in contexts discussing politics, social structures, competition, or influence. * It can be used with prepositions like over (ascendence over rivals) or of (the ascendence of a new ideology).
Examples
- The general's ascendence over the military council was unquestioned.
- Historians study the factors that led to the ascendence of the empire.
- During the 1990s, the company gained ascendence in the global software market.
- Her intellectual ascendence in the debate was clear to all observers.
Advanced Usage
- To be in ascendence: To be in a position of growing or established power.
- The progressive movement was in ascendence during that period.
- To gain/achieve ascendence: To acquire a position of dominance.
- The faction gained ascendence after a bitter internal struggle.
Variants and Related Words
- Ascendancy (noun): A more common variant with identical meaning and usage.
- Ascendant (adjective/noun): (Adj.) Rising in power or influence; (Noun) a position of dominance (e.g., ).
- Ascend (verb): To rise or climb.
Synonyms
- Dominance: The state of being more powerful or important.
- Supremacy: The state of being superior to all others in power or authority.
- Preeminence: The fact of surpassing all others; distinction.
- Hegemony: Leadership or dominance, especially by one state or social group over others.
Antonyms
- Subordination: The state of being lower in rank or position.
- Inferiority: The condition of being lower in status or quality.
- Weakness: The state of lacking strength or power.
Noun
-
the state that exists when one person or group has power over another
-
her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her
-
Khám phá thêm
Các từ liên quan
Từ đồng nghĩa
Từ gần giống
