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Ascendent
01
an ancestor from whom a person is directly descended, especially one from an earlier generation
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The family tree traced each ascendent back through several generations.
02
a position or state of having dominant power, influence, or control
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The party gained the ascendent after several years of political instability.
ascendent
01
moving, pointing, or tending upward
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The ascendent path became steeper near the top of the hill.
02
having the greatest power, importance, or influence in a particular situation
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The ascendent faction soon gained control of the organization.
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