Definition

The act of going down or lowering, often used to describe a movement from a higher to a lower position.

Example

The descension of the hot air balloon was slow and graceful.

Conversation

Did you see the stunning descension of the sun last night?

Yeah, it was beautiful! I love watching sunsets.

The way the colors changed during its descension was mesmerizing.

Absolutely! It felt like the sky was painting itself.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Descension → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down) and "scendere" (meaning to climb or to go). The word describes the act of going down or descending from a higher place.

Memory Tip

Think of 'going down' ('de-') from a higher position ('scendere') — that's why descension means the act of descending.

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