Arrive

Definition

Arrive is a verb that means to reach a destination or a specific place. It can also signify achieving a goal, event, or point in time.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈraɪv/
• Respelling: uh-RYVE

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈraɪv/
• Respelling: uh-RYVE

Etymology

The word "arrive" comes from the Old French "arriver," meaning "to reach the shore," which was derived from the Latin "arripare," combining "ad-" (to) and "ripa" (shore). The term entered Middle English with the meaning of reaching a destination or place.

Derivatives

• Arrival (noun)
• Arriver (noun)
• Rearrive (verb)
• Arriving (verb, present participle)
• Post-arrival (adjective)

Synonyms

• Reach
• Land
• Enter

Antonyms

• Depart
• Leave
• Exit

Usage

The term "arrive" is commonly used to indicate reaching a specific place or achieving a goal. For example, "They arrived at the airport early," or "She arrived at a decision after careful thought."

Related Terms

• Departure: The act of leaving or going away.
• Destination: The place to which someone or something is going.
• Journey: The act of traveling from one place to another.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To reach a destination: Used to describe reaching a specific location or point in a journey.
  • Example: "The train will arrive at 6 PM."
• To attain a state or goal: Refers to reaching a point of achievement or conclusion.
  • Example: "She finally arrived at a decision."
• To come into existence or begin: Indicates the start of something.
  • Example: "A new era has arrived with the technological advancements."