Emergences

/ɪˈmɜrdʒənsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of emergence; multiple instances of coming forth, arising, or becoming visible or prominent.

Etymology

Standard English pluralization of emergence, from emerge plus -ence (the act or process of), with -s making it plural.

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The 'emergences' of consciousness in evolutionary biology is debated fiercely—when did complexity become something that could experience itself? It might be philosophy's most profound emergence question.

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