Definition

A person who drives a car or is involved in driving automobiles.

Example

The automobilist carefully navigated through the busy streets.

Conversation

Did you see that automobilist speeding down the street yesterday?

Yeah, it was pretty reckless!

I can't believe some drivers take such risks.

Right? It’s important for every automobilist to be careful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Automobilist → It is formed from "auto-" (from Greek "αὐτός" meaning self) and "mobilis" (from Latin meaning movable). The word refers to a person who drives or operates a self-moving vehicle.

Memory Tip

Think of 'self' ('auto-') and 'movable' ('mobilis') to remember that an automobilist is someone who drives a self-moving vehicle.

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