arrive
/əˈɹaɪv/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: arrives · arriving · arrived
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To reach; to get to a certain place.
Verb
Examples
We've just arrived at the hotel to book in, so we should arrive at Mike’s in time for lunch.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To obtain a level of success or fame; to succeed.
Verb
Examples
He had finally arrived on Broadway.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “arrive” mean?
To reach; to get to a certain place.
Is “arrive” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.