1. the beginning of day; daybreak
2. the beginning or first appearance of something

1. beginning to develop or become apparent

Examples

• The dawning of a new day brought fresh hope.
• We watched the dawning from the mountaintop.
• The dawning of the computer age changed everything.
• There was a dawning realization that something was wrong.
• The dawning awareness of the problem led to quick action.
• She felt a dawning sense of excitement about the trip.
• The dawning light revealed the beautiful landscape.