Definition

The quality of a vehicle or structure that makes it safe during a crash, helping to protect the occupants from injury.

Example

The engineers focused on improving the crashworthiness of the new car model to enhance passenger safety.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new car model with high crashworthiness?

Yeah, I read that it's designed to keep passengers safe in accidents.

It's impressive how they focus on crashworthiness these days.

Absolutely! It's a big selling point for many buyers now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crashworthiness is formed from "crash" (from Middle English *crashen*, meaning to break or smash) and "worthiness" (from Old English *wyrðe*, meaning worthy or having value). The term describes the ability of a vehicle to protect its occupants during a crash, indicating its value in safety.

Memory Tip

Think of a vehicle's ability to be 'worthy' ('worthiness') in a 'crash' — that's why crashworthiness means how well it protects people in an accident.

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