ascended
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //əˈsɛndɪd// UK //ɐsˈɛndɪd// as·cend·ed
v. to go up or move to a higher position. You use this word when someone climbs, rises, or moves upward.
v. to move upwards in position, rank, or status; to climb or rise.
The hikers ascended the steep mountain trail.
She ascended the corporate ladder quickly after her promotion to manager.
The ancient temple was built on a hill so that worshippers could ascend toward the heavens in a physical act of devotion.
Usage
The verb is transitive when referring to climbing a specific object (e.g., 'ascend the stairs') and intransitive when referring to rising generally.