nounfemininepl: ascensões
ascension, rise, ascent
1. The act of moving upward; climbing or rising
The ascension of the mountain took three days.
A ascensão da montanha levou três dias.
2. Social, professional, or political advancement or promotion
His ascension to the presidency was unexpected.
A ascensão dele à presidência foi inesperada.
3. In religious context, the bodily rising of Jesus Christ into heaven
Ascension Day celebrates Christ's ascension.
O Dia da Ascensão celebra a ascensão de Cristo.
4. Upward trajectory or improvement in status or condition
The company's ascension in the market was remarkable.
A ascensão da empresa no mercado foi notável.
Related Idioms & Phrases
ascensão social (social climbing/upward mobility)
ascensão rápida (meteoric rise)
ascensão ao poder (rise to power)
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