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The definition of emergent is in the process of becoming something or coming into view, or occurring as a result.
(adjective)- An example of someone who would be described as emergent is a brand new author first becoming famous; an emergent author.
- An example of something that would be described as emergent is the economic boom when a series of economic conditions all come together to create a particular economic climate that is primed for major growth; an emergent economy.
An emergent is defined as something that is coming into view.
(noun)An example of an emergent is a huge building that can be seen from a great distance and gets larger as you get closer.
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See emergent in Webster's New World College Dictionary
adjective
- emerging
- arising unexpectedly or as a new or improved development
- recently founded or newly independent: an emergent nation
Origin: < L emergens, prp. of emergere
See emergent in American Heritage Dictionary 4
adjective
- a. Coming into view, existence, or notice: emergent spring shoots; an emergent political leader.b. Emerging: emergent nations.
- Rising above a surrounding medium, especially a fluid.
- a. Arising or occurring unexpectedly: money laid aside for emergent contingencies.b. Demanding prompt action; urgent.
- Occurring as a consequence; resultant: economic problems emergent from the restriction of credit.
One that is coming into view or existence: “The giant redwoods . . . outstrip the emergents of the rain forest, which rarely reach two hundred feet” (Catherine Caulfield).
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