re-emergence
UK[ˌriːɪˈmɜːdʒəns]US[ˌriːɪˈmɜːrdʒəns]
n
The process of appearing, becoming known, or important again after a period of absence or decline.
Morpheme Breakdown
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again
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coming out
Etymology
The word is a modern English formation built upon the existing noun "emergence." The prefix "re-," of Latin origin and carrying the core sense of "again," is attached to the base. "Emergence" itself derives from the Latin 'emergere,' a compound of 'e-' (out) and 'mergere' (to dip, plunge). The literal sense of rising out of a liquid evolved metaphorically to mean coming into view or existence. Therefore, "re-emergence" logically describes the action of coming out into notice or importance for a second or subsequent time, following a period of obscurity or inactivity.
Analysis
Structure: re (again) + emergence (coming out)
- re: Latin origin. A prefix meaning "again" or "back".
- emergence: From the Latin verb 'emergere' (to rise out, bring to light). In this compound, it functions as the base noun meaning "the act of coming out or into view".
Examples
The re-emergence of the virus in the community caused concern among health officials.
After years in retirement, the singer made a triumphant re-emergence with a new album.
The documentary explores the re-emergence of traditional crafts in the digital age.