Come

Definition

Come is a verb that indicates movement toward or arrival at a particular place or situation. It can also mean to occur, happen, or reach a certain condition or state.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kʌm/
• Respelling: kum

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kʌm/
• Respelling: kum

Etymology

The word "come" originates from the Old English "cuman," meaning "to approach, arrive, or move toward." Its Germanic roots can be traced back to Proto-Germanic "*kwemaną," which also has ties to similar words in Dutch ("komen") and German ("kommen").

Derivatives

• Coming (noun/adjective)
• Came (past form)
• Outcome (noun)
• Overcome (verb)
• Becoming (adjective)

Synonyms

• Arrive
• Approach
• Reach

Antonyms

• Go
• Depart
• Leave

Usage

The verb "come" is frequently used to describe physical movement toward a place or figurative arrival at a state or condition, such as "Please come here" or "He came to understand the concept."

Related Terms

• Approach: To move closer to someone or something.
• Arrival: The act of reaching a destination.
• Advent: The arrival or beginning of something.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To move toward a specific place: Indicates approaching or reaching a particular location.
  • Example: "They come to the park every weekend."
• To occur or happen: Refers to events taking place or situations arising.
  • Example: "The announcement came as a surprise."
• To reach a particular state or condition: Describes a gradual change or achievement of a state.
  • Example: "She came to understand the value of patience."