1. to go up; to move upward
2. to climb or go up something such as stairs or a mountain
3. to rise to a higher position, rank, or level

Examples

• The balloon began to ascend into the sky.
• We ascended the mountain trail slowly.
• The airplane ascended to 30,000 feet.
• She ascended the stairs to her bedroom.
• He ascended to the position of manager.
• The smoke ascended from the chimney.
• They ascended the corporate ladder quickly.