Synonyms for Descent
Verb Another word for descent — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.
Definition
Descent means the act of moving downwards or going from a higher to a lower position or level.
Synonyms & similar words
downslope
parentage
stemma
lineage
ancestry
declivity
declension
stock
bloodline
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pedigree
blood
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line
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filiation
extraction
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movement
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