Synonyms for

Arriving

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

Definition

Arriving means to reach a destination.

Synonyms & similar words

leave gofar arrive getin get makeit come reaching coming approaching

Synonyms by register

Formal

reaching appearing materializing emerging

Informal

showing up turning up getting here

Literary

descending alighting

Antonyms

departing leaving going exiting depart leave exit

Common collocations

  • arriving at
  • arriving in
  • arriving soon
  • arriving late
  • arriving early
  • arriving on time
  • arriving by plane
  • arriving by train

Word family

noun arrival
verb arrive
adjective arriving

Usage note

The word 'arriving' is the present participle of 'arrive'. It is often used in continuous tenses to describe an action in progress.

Example sentences

  1. I am excited about arriving at my grandma's house.
  2. The train will be arriving at the station soon.
  3. We are arriving at the amusement park.
  4. Do not forget to call me when you are arriving at the airport.
  5. The plane is arriving in an hour.

Quotes

  • Success is not arriving at the destination, but it is the journey itself.
  • Happiness is not a destination, it is a journey. You need to enjoy the journey of life.
  • The joy is in the journey, not in arriving at a destination.

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