Definition

To come back into view or existence after being hidden or not seen for a time.

Example

After the storm, the sun began to reemerge from behind the clouds.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I wonder when the sun will reemerge after this storm.

I hope it's soon; I could use some sunlight.

Yeah, it’s been so gloomy lately.

Exactly! I can't wait for the warm weather to reemerge.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reemerge → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "emergere" (from Latin, meaning to rise out or come forth). The word "reemerge" means to rise or come forth again after being hidden or submerged.

Memory Tip

Think of something coming back up again — 're-' means again, and 'emergere' means to rise out. This helps you remember that reemerge means to come back into view.

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