Market Trends Vocabulary

noun a position or situation of advantage or superiority

adjective rising in power or influence

• The ascendant economic power of China is a topic of much discussion among global leaders.
• Her career is on the ascendant, with each promotion bringing her closer to her goal.
• That new rapper is on the ascendant - everyone is talking about their latest track.
• The ascendant sun cast a warm glow over the peaceful meadow.

noun a situation where something is left alone or allowed to continue

verb to allow something to continue without interference or interruption

• The financial advisor recommended to let the investment ride for another year.
• I say we just let it ride and see how it goes.
• Dude, just let it ride and don't stress about it.
• Sometimes you just have to let life's ups and downs ride without trying to control everything.

noun A small, sharp clicking sound.

verb To increase or rise in small increments.

adverb In a manner that involves small increments or adjustments.

• The inflation rate is expected to tick up slightly in the next quarter.
• I noticed the price of gas starting to tick up again.
• I heard that sales are gonna tick up after the new marketing campaign.
• Her heart rate began to tick up as she approached the finish line.