Ascend and Slow down

Opposite meaning terms

Ascend verb - To move or extend upward.

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Slow down is an antonym for ascend.

Slow down verb - Lose velocity; move more slowly.

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Ascend is an antonym for slow down in topics: decrease, grow less or make less.

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