1the act or process of becoming visible As the curtains slowly lifted, the emergence of the elaborately set stage left the audience in awe. The emergence of the ship's outline on the horizon signaled that they were close to the port.
2the process of gradually coming into existence The emergence of eco-friendly technologies is an encouraging sign in the fight against climate change. The emergence of the digital age marked a revolutionary shift in how information is accessed and shared.
3the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent