Driving

/ˈdraɪvɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

the act of controlling and operating a vehicle.

She enjoys driving her car through the countryside on weekends.

to force or urge something to move or happen.

The storm is driving the waves onto the shore.

adjective

causing something to happen or move in a specified direction.

His driving ambition helped him achieve his goals.

pertaining to or characterized by the use of a vehicle.

The driving conditions were poor due to heavy rain.

Derived from Middle English 'driven', from Old English 'drīfan'.

driving force:

A motivating factor behind an action or situation.

driving test:

An examination assessing a person's ability to operate a vehicle.

driving a hard bargain:

To negotiate with someone firmly or aggressively.

driving under the influence:

Operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Driving someone crazy

Her constant talking is driving me crazy.

Drive-thru

Let's go to the drive-thru for coffee.