emergent
adjective
- emerging
- arising unexpectedly or as a new or improved development
- recently founded or newly independent: an emergent nation
See emergent in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(ĭ-mûrˈjənt)
adjectivea. 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.
noun 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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