arise


Definition: Meaning of, arise in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈrʌɪz /

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Prsesent Past Past Participle
arise arose arisen
Present Participle Third Person Singular
arising arises
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  1. if a problem or difficult situation arises, it begins to happen
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  2. if something arises from or out of a situation, event etc, it is caused or started by that situation etc
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  3. when/if the need arises also should the need arise formal when or if it is necessary
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  4. literary to get out of bed, or stand up
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  5. literary if a group of people arise, they fight for or demand something they want
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  6. literary if something arises when you are moving towards it, you are gradually able to see it as you move closer
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