Definition of "ascend"
Kid-friendly meaning of ascend, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "ascend" mean?
ascend (verb) — to go up from a lower place to a higher one.
Example sentences using "ascend"
Grade K–2
The elevator will ascend.
Grade 3–5
We watched the hot air balloon ascend slowly over the bright green field.
Grade 6–8
Astronauts who ascend through the atmosphere feel several times their normal body weight pressing into the seat, since the rocket has to fight Earth's gravity all the way up.
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