Synonyms for

Arrive

Verb / ɜ:ˈaɪv / Another word for arrive — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to reach a destination or goal

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

reach attain accomplish materialize

Informal

show up turn up get in make it

Literary

descend alight appear

Antonyms

depart leave exit go withdraw desist relinquish

Common collocations

  • arrive on time
  • arrive late
  • arrive early
  • arrive at a destination
  • arrive in a city
  • arrive at a decision
  • arrive at a conclusion
  • arrive by plane

Word family

noun arrival
adjective arriving

Usage note

While 'arrive' can be used for abstract concepts like decisions, it is most commonly used for physical movement to a place. Ensure correct prepositions are used, such as 'arrive at' for smaller locations and 'arrive in' for larger ones.

Example sentences

  1. I will arrive at the party by 7 pm.
  2. The train will arrive at the station in ten minutes.
  3. We need to arrive at a decision soon.
  4. The package should arrive tomorrow.
  5. She was surprised to arrive at such a beautiful place.

Quotes

  • Success is not a destination, but the road that you're on. Being successful means that you're working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That's living your dream.
  • The traveler sees what he sees. The tourist sees what he has come to see.
  • When you arrive at a certain level it's very easy to say yes: that's the moment to learn to say no.

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