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descent

The correct spelling is descent.

How to pronounce descent

/dɪˈsɛnt/
noun

IPA: /dɪˈsɛnt/

Say it like: Des-sen-t

The correct spelling is descent. An instance of descending; act of coming down. For example: "We climbed the mountain with difficulty, but the descent was easier."

Usage Examples

We climbed the mountain with difficulty, but the descent was easier.

We had difficulty in finding the correct descent.

The descent into the cavern was wet and slippery.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.An instance of descending; act of coming down.
  2. 2.A way down.
  3. 3.A sloping passage or incline.
  4. 4.Lineage or hereditary derivation.
  5. 5.A drop to a lower status or condition; decline.

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