Definition of: arrive

(ə·rīv′) v.i ar·rived, ar·riv·ing
1. To reach or come to a destination or place.
2. To come at length, by any stage or process: often with at: to arrive at an idea, fatherhood, etc.
3. To attain the circumstances of success or fame in the world. [<OF ariver <LL arripare come to shore <L ad- to + ripa shore] Synonyms: attain, come, enter, land, reach. See ATTAIN. Antonyms: depart, embark, go, leave, start.