1. to move upward; to go up or climb
2. to rise to a higher level, rank, or degree

Examples

• The hot air balloon slowly ascends into the sky.
• She ascends the stairs to her bedroom every night.
• The mountain path ascends steeply through the forest.
• He ascends to the position of manager next month.
• The airplane ascends rapidly after takeoff.
• The elevator ascends to the top floor in seconds.
• Smoke ascends from the campfire into the evening air.