arrived

[əˈraɪvd]

arrived Definition

  • 1to reach a destination or goal
  • 2to come to a certain point in time or in a process

Using arrived: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "arrived" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We arrived at the airport early.

  • Example

    The package has not yet arrived.

  • Example

    She has finally arrived at a decision.

  • Example

    The train arrived on time.

arrived Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with arrived

  • to reach or come to a certain place, situation, or decision

    Example

    After much deliberation, we finally arrived at a decision.

  • to reach or come to a certain place, especially a city or country

    Example

    We arrived in Paris yesterday afternoon.

  • to arrive at the place where something is happening, especially an accident or emergency

    Example

    The police arrived on the scene just minutes after the accident.

Origins of arrived

from Old French 'ariver', from Vulgar Latin 'arripare', from Latin 'ad-' + 'ripa' meaning 'shore'

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Summary: arrived in Brief

'Arrived' [əˈraɪvd] is a verb that means to reach a destination or goal, or to come to a certain point in time or in a process. It is often used to describe physical travel, as in 'We arrived at the airport early,' but can also refer to reaching a decision or conclusion, as in 'She has finally arrived at a decision.' Common phrases include 'arrive at' and 'arrive in,' both indicating reaching a certain place, and 'arrive on the scene,' which refers to arriving at the place where something is happening.