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emergence
/ɪˈmɜː.dʒəns/
[/ɪˈmɜː.dʒəns/]
the process of coming into being
Advancednoun
Definition
Emergence is the process of becoming visible or coming into existence. Speakers describe the emergence of new movements or ideas.
Example
We are witnessing the emergence of a new field.
We are witnessing the emergence of a new field.
Etymology
From Latin 'emergere', meaning to rise out.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for the appearance of new ideas, fields, or patterns.