scandal B2

/ˈskændəl/ An event that shocks people and damages the reputation of those involved.

ascend C2+

/əˈsɛnd/ to go up or rise to a higher position

ascent C2+

/əˈsɛnt/ the act of rising or climbing upward

ascendance C2+

/əˈsɛndəns/ the state of having dominant power, influence, or control