The process by which previously hidden problems or phenomena become apparent or manifest; to surface.
経済格差の問題が最近になって顕在化してきた。
The problem of economic inequality has recently begun to surface.
新型ウイルスの潜在的リスクが顕在化した。
The potential risk of the new virus became apparent.
社員の不満が顕在化し、早急な対応が求められた。
Employee dissatisfaction surfaced, and prompt action was required.