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Meaning of Descent
The primary meaning of the word "descent" refers to the act of moving downward, falling, or sloping.
Etymology of Descent
The word "descent" comes from the Old French "descente", which is derived from the Latin "descentem", the accusative singular of "descendens", present participle of "descendere", meaning "to climb down"
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical downward movements, as well as more abstract concepts such as social or moral decline
Synonyms
decline
downfall
drop
fall
slump
plunge
collapse
deterioration
degeneration
decay
decrease
lessening
reduction
diminution
weakening
ebb
wane
downward trend
slide
slip
tumble
crash
free fall
precipice
deterioration
decadence
degeneracy
slump
downturn
recession
depression
decrease
declivity
declension
downward slope
Definitions
- The act of moving downward, falling, or sloping
- A downward slope or incline
- The act of coming down from a higher to a lower place or position
- A person's origin or ancestry
- A downward movement or trend, especially in quantity, quality, or morale
Usage Examples
- The hikers began their descent down the mountain after reaching the summit
- The company's descent into bankruptcy was a result of poor financial management
- The family's descent from nobility was marked by a decline in their social status
Antonyms
ascent
rise
climb
increase
growth
improvement
advancement
progress
upward trend
elevation
incline
upgrade
enhancement
augmentation
expansion
amplification
buildup
escalation
intensification
surge
upswing
boom
upturn
recovery
resurgence