Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Coming into existence or prominence: "Emerging" describes something that is newly formed, becoming visible, or starting to be recognized.
   • Developing and coming to maturity: It also refers to something that is in the process of growing, developing, or reaching a significant stage.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • The emerging evidence suggests a new pattern. (The evidence that is coming to light suggests a new pattern.)
  • She is an emerging talent in the field of classical music. (She is a developing talent who is starting to gain recognition.)
  • The country is considered an emerging market. (The country is considered a market that is developing and growing in economic importance.)

Advanced Usage

• "Emerging from": To come out of a state, place, or condition.
  • The nation is emerging from a long period of economic hardship. (The nation is coming out of a long period of economic hardship.)
• "Newly emerging": Emphasizing the very recent nature of the development.
  • Scientists are studying the newly emerging strain of the virus. (Scientists are studying the strain of the virus that has very recently appeared.)

Variants and Related Words

• Emerge (verb): To come forth into view or notice; to become known.
  • The sun emerged from behind the clouds.
• Emergence (noun): The process of coming into view or becoming exposed.
  • The emergence of digital technology changed everything.
• Emergent (adjective): Often used synonymously with "emerging," particularly in scientific contexts (e.g., emergent properties).
  • The emergent republic faced many challenges.

Synonyms

• Developing: Growing or causing to grow and become more advanced.
• Rising: Increasing in power, influence, or prominence.
• Nascent: Just coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potential.
• Burgeoning: Beginning to grow or increase rapidly; flourishing.

Related Phrases

• Emerging technology: A new technology that is currently developing or will be developed within the next five to ten years.
  • Artificial intelligence is a key emerging technology.
• Emerging artist: An artist who is in the early stages of their career and gaining recognition.
  • The gallery focuses on showcasing emerging artists.

Related Idioms

• To emerge from the shadows: To become known or important after a period of obscurity.
  • After years of hard work, she finally emerged from the shadows as a leading expert.

Adjective

1. coming into existence
   • an emergent republic
2. coming to maturity
   • the rising generation