ASCENDANT (2)

ascendant (2). Ascendant, a. higher, superior, overpowering

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{ As‐cend″ant (�), As‐cend″ent (�), } a. 1. 1. Rising toward the zenith; above the horizon.
The constellation . . . about that time ascendant. Browne. 2. 2. Rising; ascending. Ruskin.
3. 3. Superior; surpassing; ruling.
An ascendant spirit over him. South. The ascendant community obtained a surplus of wealth. J. S. Mill. Without some power of persuading or confuting, of defending himself against accusations, . . . no man could possibly hold an ascendent position. Grote.