adj
emergent
ih-MURD-zhuhnt
adj
1
Newly coming into existence or prominence.
"Emergent technologies are reshaping the job market."
"The report focused on emergent markets in Southeast Asia."
2
Arising unexpectedly and requiring immediate response.
"Doctors treated the emergent condition before it worsened."
How to Use Emergent
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNewly appearing or developing — or, in medicine, arising suddenly and needing quick action.
Common pairings
emergent technology
emergent behaviour
emergent markets
Word Forms
more emergent comparative, emergents plural, most emergent superlative
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