EnglishMain Dictionary
arise
Universal Words
[V]
1 (rather formal) (especially of a problem or a difficult situation) to happen; to start to exist
SYNOCCUR:
A new crisis has arisen. * We keep them informed of any changes as they arise. * Children should be disciplined when the need arises (= when it is necessary). * A storm arose during the night.
2 ~ (out of / from sth) (rather formal) to happen as a result of a particular situation:
injuries arising out of a road accident * Emotional or mental problems can arise from a physical cause. * Are there any matters arising from the minutes of the last meeting?
3 (formal) to begin to exist or develop:
Several new industries arose in the town.
4 (old use or literary) to get out of bed; to stand up:
He arose at dawn.
5 (old use) to come together to protest about sth or to fight for sth:
The peasants arose against their masters.
6 (literary) (of a mountain, a tall building, etc.) to become visible gradually as you move towards it