descend

verb C1

Meaning

To descend is to move downward from a higher to a lower position or level, often implying a gradual or deliberate transition; it can also denote a decline in status, quality, or intensity, particularly in metaphorical contexts such as social or economic c
💡 While "descend" typically conveys a physical movement, it is frequently used in abstract contexts, such as "to descend into despair," which may lead to confusion if not properly contextualized.

Example Sentences

Profits begin to descend after the unexpected market changes .
The committee will descend upon the issue during tomorrow's meeting .
The hikers begin to descend the mountain as the sun sets .
The researchers descend the mountain to collect geological samples efficiently .

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