ascendant; ascendent

ascendant; ascendent is an Adverb

Definition:

[1] Rising toward the zenith; above the horizon. The constellation . . . about that time ascendant. Browne.

[2] Rising; ascending. Ruskin.

[3] Superior; surpassing; ruling. An ascendant spirit over him. South. The ascendant community obtained a surplus of wealth. J. S. Mill. Without some power of persuading or confuting, of defending himself against accusations, . . . no man could possibly hold an ascendent position. Grote.