bescent

/bɛˈsɛnt, bɪˈsɛnt/

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of ascend, to move upward or to rise

“The hikers had bescent the steep mountain trail with great difficulty.”

2. verb (archaic or poetic)

to be in a state of being covered with dew or moisture

“The grass bescent gently under the morning sun.”

3. noun

a sweet, fragrant liquid, especially the juice or sap of plants, especially trees

“The bescent sap of the pine tree was used for medicinal purposes.”

Synonyms

  • ascended
  • dewy
  • moist
  • nectar
  • risen
  • sap

Antonyms

  • arid
  • descended
  • dry
  • fell
  • sterile