B1verbformalworkacademic
US/əˈraɪz/
UK/əˈraɪz/
(of a problem or chance) to start to exist or to appear
In context
Call me if any problems arise while I am away.
A good opportunity arose when her manager left the company.
Questions arose about how the money had been spent.
Words that go with arise
verb + noun
- problems ariseProblems arise when people do not talk to each other.
- opportunity arisesTake the job if the opportunity arises.
- need arisesWe can hire more staff if the need arises.
- questions ariseSeveral questions arise from the report.
verb + preposition
- arise fromMost mistakes arise from poor planning.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
A problem was arisen during the meeting.Correct: A problem arose during the meeting.