Definition

The act of coming to a place or the moment when someone or something reaches a destination.

Example

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

Conversation

Did you hear about Sarah's arrival at the party last night?

No, I missed it! Was it a big deal?

Yeah, everyone was excited to see her; it really made the night special.

That sounds fun! I wish I could have been there for her arrival.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Arrival → It is formed from "arriver" (from Old French, meaning to reach or come to) and the suffix "-al" (meaning relating to). The word "arrival" refers to the act of reaching a destination or coming to a place.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'coming to' ('arriver') a place, and the '-al' just means relating to that action. This helps you remember that 'arrival' is about reaching a destination.

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