Emergence
/ɪˈmɜːrdʒəns/
Definitions
The act or process of coming into view or existence; the act of becoming known or important.
/ɪˈmɜːrdʒəns/
The process of coming into existence or of becoming important or prominent.
The emergence of the sun from behind the clouds brought warmth to the garden.
💡 Simply: Imagine a new idea, trend, or even a superhero suddenly appearing! Emergence is when something that wasn't there before, suddenly shows up and becomes noticed or important.
👶 For kids: When something starts to appear or become known, like a baby bird popping out of its egg.
More Examples
We are observing the emergence of new technologies that will change our lives.
The company's emergence as a market leader was a result of their innovative strategies.
How It's Used
"The emergence of new species through evolution is a complex process."
"The emergence of a new political party often disrupts the established order."
"The emergence of e-commerce has revolutionized the retail industry."
Idioms & expressions
In the wake of (something)
Following or as a consequence of something.
"In the wake of the storm, the town was devastated."
From Latin *ēmergentia*, from *ēmergere* ('to emerge'), from *e* ('out') + *mergere* ('to dip, plunge').
The word 'emergence' has been used in English since the 17th century, initially in a more general sense of 'coming forth' or 'becoming visible'.
Memory tip
Think of something popping UP, like a butterfly emerging from its cocoon.
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Word Origin
Root: mergere