Pronunciation

/əˈraɪv/

Definitions

• Verb: To reach a destination, usually after traveling or being expected. (n. arrival)
• Noun: The act of arriving; the state of having arrived. (adj. arriving)

Phrases

• “Arrive at/in” is used to specify a destination. “Arrive at the airport” or “arrive in New York.”
• “Be on time to arrive” emphasizes punctuality.
• “Just arrived” indicates that someone has recently reached a location.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The plane will arrive in London at 4 PM.”
• Noun: “They finally arrived after a long journey.”
• Phrasal Verb: “Please make sure to arrive early for the meeting.”

Synonyms

• Reach
• Land
• Get to
• Reach one’s destination
• Turn up
• Show up

Antonyms

• Depart
• Leave
• Miss (destination)
• Not show up

Usage Notes

• “Arrive” can be followed by a prepositional phrase indicating the destination, while “get to” often requires a direct object or additional information about the destination.
• In informal contexts, “show up” might be used instead of “arrive” to emphasize the act of physically appearing at a place.