emergence

noun

emer·​gence i-ˈmər-jən(t)s 

1

: the act or an instance of emerging

2

: any of various superficial outgrowths of plant tissue usually formed from both epidermis and immediately underlying tissues

3

: penetration of the soil surface by a newly germinated plant

Examples of emergence in a Sentence

the emergence of the Internet as an important means of communication

the economy's emergence from a recession

Recent Examples on the Web

China’s push to modernize its tactical airlift fleet is gaining momentum with the emergence of its new medium-lift transport aircraft, commonly known as the Y-30 or Y-15. —Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 11 Apr. 2026

Grizzly bear populations are active and expanding, and understanding their behavior — from denning through spring emergence with cubs — is an essential part of staying safe and respectful in bear country. —Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2026

The impasse comes despite the emergence of a ceasefire between the US and Iran earlier this week that caused oil to plunge. —Alex Longley, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026

Tight end has been one of the NFL’s most versatile positions in the past decade-plus due to the emergence of the passing game and, recently, the resurgence of the run game. —Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1642, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing emergence

• re-emergence

Rhymes for emergence

• convergence
• divergence
• resurgence
• submergence
• postemergence
• preemergence
• reemergence
• vergence

Kids Definition

emergence

noun

emer·​gence i-ˈmər-jən(t)s 

: the act or an instance of emerging

Medical Definition

emergence

noun

emer·​gence i-ˈmər-jən(t)s 

: a recovering of consciousness (as from anesthesia)