ascendancy (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈsendənsi/

Definition

A position of dominant power, influence, or control over others.

Examples

• The company maintained its ascendancy in the tech market for over a decade.

• Political analysts debated the sudden ascendancy of independent candidates in the recent election.

• The ascendancy of digital media has fundamentally changed how news is consumed globally.

How to Use ascendancy

gain ascendancy over (collocation)

to achieve a position of dominance compared to someone else — "The new party quickly gained ascendancy over its rivals."

maintain ascendancy (collocation)

to keep a position of power — "It is difficult to maintain ascendancy in such a competitive industry."

Synonyms of ascendancy

Words with a similar meaning to ascendancy:

• control
• influence
• dominance
• hegemony

Antonyms of ascendancy

Words with the opposite meaning to ascendancy:

• subordination

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