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

But the emergence of ESPN+ gave the show new life in a digital-only format. — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2026

The emergence of Jalen Coker as a wide receiver has not surprised anyone associated with the Carolina Panthers. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026

Her signing with the Hollywood talent agency comes as CAA increasingly represents digital video and audio creators amid brand marketers, companies and investors driving the emergence of a fast-growing creator economy. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026

The emergence of generative AI and chatbots has made the issue of online addiction even more pressing, as both OpenAI and Google have been sued by plaintiffs alleging their technology caused harm, including suicides. — Jonathan Vanian,ari Levy, CNBC, 23 Sep. 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)