Ascension: meaning, definitions and examples

⬆️
Add to dictionary

ascension

 

[ əˈsɛnʃ(ə)n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

spiritual growth

Ascension is the act of rising to a higher level, especially in spiritual terms. It can also refer to the belief in the ascent of Christ into heaven.

Synonyms

climbing, elevation, rising

Examples of usage

  • The monk's ascension to a higher state of consciousness was evident in his peaceful demeanor.
  • Many Christians celebrate the ascension of Jesus into heaven on Ascension Day.
Context #2 | Noun

promotion

Ascension can also refer to a promotion to a higher rank or position, especially in a job or organization.

Synonyms

advancement, elevation, promotion

Examples of usage

  • Her ascension to the role of CEO was well-deserved after years of hard work.
  • The company announced the ascension of the vice president to the position of president.
Context #3 | Noun

astronomy

In astronomy, ascension refers to the coordinates that specify the east-west position of a celestial object.

Synonyms

celestial longitude

Examples of usage

  • The ascension of the star was calculated using astronomical data.
  • The ascension and declination of the planet were recorded by the observatory.

Translations

Translations of the word "ascension" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ascensão

🇮🇳 चढ़ाई

🇩🇪 Aufstieg

🇮🇩 kenaikan

🇺🇦 вознесіння

🇵🇱 wzniesienie

🇯🇵 上昇 (じょうしょう)

🇫🇷 ascension

🇪🇸 ascensión

🇹🇷 yükselme

🇰🇷 상승 (상승)

🇸🇦 صعود

🇨🇿 vystoupení

🇸🇰 vystúpenie

🇨🇳 上升 (shàngshēng)

🇸🇮 vzpon

🇮🇸 uppstig

🇰🇿 көтерілу

🇬🇪 აღზევება

🇦🇿 yüksəliş

🇲🇽 ascensión

Etymology

The word 'ascension' has its roots in the Latin word 'ascensio', meaning 'a rising'. The concept of ascension has been present in various religious and spiritual traditions, symbolizing the journey to higher levels of consciousness or divine realms. In Christianity, the Ascension of Jesus Christ is a key event, marking his ascent into heaven. The term has also been used in astronomy to describe the east-west position of celestial objects. Overall, ascension carries a sense of elevation, promotion, and transcendence.

See also: ascend, ascendable, ascendancy, ascended, ascending.