emergence
Translation
emergence, appearance, coming into view
Examples
The emergence of new technology changed our lives.
The emergence of new technology changed our lives.
We watched the slow emergence of the sun.
We watched the slow emergence of the sun.
Grammar Patterns
the emergence of ((sth.)) the appearance of (sth.) The emergence of new ideas is exciting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: appearance, arrival, rise; Antonyms: disappearance, fading
Etymology
From Latin 'emergere' (to rise up), from 'e-' (out) + 'mergere' (to dip, plunge). It means to come out from being plunged in.
Memory Tips
Picture something 'emerging' from water, like a submarine. The act of it coming into view is its 'emergence'.