noun
- a position of dominant power or influence; controlling influence
Examples
- The new political party gained ascendency after the election.
- Her ascendency in the company was due to her exceptional leadership skills.
- The ascendency of digital media has transformed the publishing industry.
- During the war, neither side could establish clear ascendency.
- The coach’s ascendency over the team was evident in their improved performance.
- Economic ascendency shifted from one nation to another over the decades.