Arrival

/əˈraɪ.vəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of coming to a place, especially at the end of a journey.

The arrival of the train was delayed due to bad weather.

The point in time at which something or someone reaches a destination.

We eagerly awaited the arrival of our guests.

An instance of arriving.

Her arrival at the party was the highlight of the evening.

The coming into existence or occurrence of something.

The arrival of spring brings new life to the garden.

Middle English, from Old French 'arriver', from Latin 'ad- + ripa' meaning 'to the shore'.

arrival time

The scheduled time for someone or something to arrive.

grand arrival

A very notable or impressive entrance.

smooth arrival

A hassle-free and easy process of arriving.

depart

To leave a place.

journey

The act of traveling from one place to another.

reception

The act of receiving someone when they arrive.

Touchdown

The touchdown of the plane marked our arrival in paradise.

On the scene

When the DJ's arrival was announced, everyone rushed to the stage.