Social Mobility 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 person who engages in the practice of trying to improve their social status

• Social climbing is often seen as a negative trait in high society circles.
• She's always trying to climb the social ladder by befriending wealthy people.
• She's such a social climber, always trying to hang out with the cool kids.
• In the corporate world, social climbing can be compared to trying to reach the top of a never-ending ladder.