GRE Word List

ASCENDANCY

governing or controlling influence : domination

The meaning of the word ascendancy is governing or controlling influence : domination.

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WordMeaning
derivativea word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation
engulfto flow over and enclose : overwhelm
viscidhaving an adhesive quality : sticky
apathylack of feeling or emotion : impassiveness
amplegenerous or more than adequate in size, scope, or capacity
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
satiatefilled to satiety
artisana worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action