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ascensive

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //əˈsɛnsɪv//

KK: /əˈsɛnsɪv/

adjective
Definition

Describing something that is increasing or moving upward, often in a physical or metaphorical sense.


Example

The ascensive nature of the economy has led to more job opportunities for everyone.


Conversation
Sloth A
I noticed that your energy seems really ascensive lately.
Sloth B
Thanks! I've been trying to focus on my health more.
Sloth A
It's great to see you so motivated and rising with such ascensive vibes.
Sloth B
I appreciate that! It definitely feels good to be on an upward path.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
elevating
uplifting
ascending
Antonyms
descending
declining
diminishing
Root Explanation

Ascensive is formed from "ascendere" (meaning to climb) and the suffix "-ive" (meaning having the nature of). The word describes something that has the nature of climbing or rising.

Memory Tip

Think of 'climbing' ('ascendere') to remember that 'ascensive' means having the nature of rising or climbing.

Visually Confused Words
sensive
censive
descensive
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