verb · B2

Arise

uh-RYZ/əˈraɪz/

To arise is to happen or come into existence, especially a problem, question, or opportunity: if questions arise. Come up is the everyday phrasal verb; happen is broader. Arise is slightly formal and usually intransitive (no object). Rise is a different verb (go upwards). The past is arose; the past participle is arisen.

Meaning

To happen or start to exist, especially a problem.

Examples

“If any questions arise, email me.”
“A dispute arose over who owned the data.”
“Should the need arise, we can move the exam online.”

Good to know

if questions/problems arise. Intransitive. Everyday: come up. Contrast: rise = go up. Past: arose / arisen.

Near in meaning

occur

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