Meaning & Definition
verb
to come into view or to become visible after being hidden or obscured.
The sun emerged from behind the clouds.
to become known or apparent.
New evidence emerged during the investigation.
to come out from a difficult situation.
She was able to emerge stronger after facing adversity.
to develop or evolve from a particular state.
The species emerged over millions of years of evolution.
to rise from or leave a specified place.
The divers will emerge from the water after their underwater exploration.
Etymology
From Latin 'emergere', meaning to rise out or up.
Common Phrases and Expressions
emerge victorious:
to win after a struggle or contest
emerge from:
to come out from a particular situation or condition
emerge as:
to become recognized as or to develop into something
Slang Meanings
to show up suddenly
He just emerged out of nowhere at the party.
to come out of a difficult situation
After the crisis, the company emerged stronger.