descent (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪˈsent/

Definition

The act of moving downward, dropping, or falling.

Examples

• The descent from the mountain peak was treacherous.

• After a long ascent, the descent was surprisingly quick.

• The pilot announced the final descent to the airport.

How to Use descent

descent into (prepositional phrase)

Moving downward into a lower or worse state. — "The country experienced a descent into civil war."

descent from (prepositional phrase)

Originating from a particular place or ancestry. — "He is of noble descent from the royal family."

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