Ascendancy
The state of having power or influence; the rise to a higher position or status.
nounAscendancy
The state of having power or influence; the rise to a higher position or status.
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Imagine This
Most people who move upward in their careers or jobs are typically aggressive and enjoy having power over their coworkers.
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Sounds Like
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Looks Like
ascend + -ancy; resembles 'ascend' and 'ancy'
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Remember This
Ascendancy often collocates with in or over (in ascendancy; ascendancy over). The term derives from a root meaning to climb and rise.
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Other Forms
ascendantadjective
ascensionnoun
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Connect With
dominance, power, leadership, influence, supremacy, preeminence
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Note
Ascendancy is the state of being in power or influence. Do not confuse with ascend (the verb) or ascension (the act of rising).