Emerge — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /i-ˈmərj/

Meaning & Definition of Emerge

Emerge (verb)

  1. to become manifest, become known
  2. to rise from or as if from an enveloping fluid, come out into view
  3. to rise from an obscure or inferior position or condition

Emerge (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly

    "problems emerged almost as soon as the contractor began the excavation for the swimming pool"

    similar: arise, come up, crop (up), materialize, spring (up), surface
    related: appear, come out, show up, turn up, chance, come, come about, fall out, go (on), go off, hap, happen, occur, pass, transpire, interfere, interpose, intervene, intrude

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Emerge

The most common words with a similar meaning to Emerge:

arise, come up, crop (up), materialize, spring (up), surface

Related Words for Emerge

appear, come out, show up, turn up, chance, come, come about, fall out, go (on), go off, hap, happen, occur, pass, transpire, interfere, interpose, intervene, intrude

Word Forms of Emerge

Inflections: emerged, emerging

Origin & Etymology of Emerge

Latin emergere, from e- + mergere to plunge merge

First known use: 1640

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Emerge

Words & Phrases Containing Emerge

emerge the victor, emerge victorious, reemerge

Frequently Asked Questions about Emerge

What does "Emerge" mean?

"Emerge" means to become manifest, become known. As a verb, it is defined as: to become manifest, become known.

What is another word for "Emerge"?

Other words for "Emerge" include arise, come up, crop (up), materialize, spring (up) and surface. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Emerge" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Emerge"?

There are 25 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Emerge". Common alternatives include arise, come up, crop (up), materialize, spring (up) and surface.

How do you use "Emerge" in a sentence?

Examples of "Emerge" in a sentence: "problems emerged almost as soon as the contractor began the excavation for the swimming pool".

Is "Emerge" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Emerge" is a verb.

Is "Emerge" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Emerge" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Emerge"?

"Emerge" is pronounced /i-ˈmərj/.

What is the origin of the word "Emerge"?

"Emerge" comes from Latin emergere, from e- + mergere to plunge merge. First known use: 1640.