What does "arising" mean?

1. (happening or appearing) starting to happen or becoming known, especially a problem or a situation. 2. (the process of starting) the act or process of something beginning to exist.

How do you use "arising"?

Often used in the pattern 'arising from' to show the cause of a situation. Typically used as an uncountable noun in formal or philosophical contexts.

arising

v. · n.

US //ɝˈaɪzɪŋ// UK //ɐɹˈaɪzɪŋ// aris·ing

1 happening or appearing (v.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

starting to happen or becoming known, especially a problem or a situation.

emerging or occurring as a result of a particular situation; often used with abstract subjects like 'difficulties' or 'questions'.

Example

We need to deal with any problems arising from the new schedule.

Example

The legal team is currently reviewing several complications arising from the recent changes in international trade regulations.

Usage

Often used in the pattern 'arising from' to show the cause of a situation.
- ending
- disappearing
2 the process of starting (n.)
C1 Advanced Academic Formal

the act or process of something beginning to exist.

the process of origination or occurrence; the act of coming into being.

Example

The arising of new ideas often happens when people talk together.

Example

The philosopher discussed the spontaneous arising of consciousness as a central theme in his latest publication.

Usage

Typically used as an uncountable noun in formal or philosophical contexts.
- cessation
- conclusion

Last updated June 20, 2026