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drive

Elementary (A2)

IPA: //draɪv//

KK: /draɪv/

intransitive verb
Definition

To go or be transported in a vehicle, often at a fast speed.


Example

We decided to drive to the beach for the weekend.


Tense Forms

Past: drove

Past Participle: driven


Conversation
Sloth A
Hey, do you want to drive to the beach this weekend?
Sloth B
That sounds great! I love a good road trip.
Sloth A
Awesome! We can stop for snacks on the way.
Sloth B
Definitely! I can’t wait to hit the road!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
race
speed
hasten
Antonyms
lag
dawdle
stagnate
noun
Definition

A road or path designed for vehicles, often leading to a specific destination.


Example

We took a scenic drive through the mountains.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen the new drive they built near the park?
Sloth B
Yeah, it looks great for walking and biking!
Sloth A
I heard they’re planning to add more trees along the drive.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To cause something to happen or to move in a particular direction, often with force or energy.


Example

He drove the ball into the outfield for a home run.


Tense Forms

Past: drove

Past Participle: driven


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see how he drives the ball in the last game?
Sloth B
Yeah, it was impressive! He really knows how to score.
Sloth A
I wish I could drive like him; my shots never go in.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Drive → The word 'drive' originates from Old English 'drīfan', meaning to force or urge forward. It describes the action of propelling or moving something forward, often with force or energy.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'drīfan' which means to urge forward — this helps you remember that 'drive' means to propel or move something ahead.

Visually Confused Words
derive
rive
dive
redrive
deriver
derived
deprive
wrive
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Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
campaign
push
driveway
Antonyms
inactivity
laziness
apathy
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Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
propel
force
motivate
Antonyms
halt
stop
deter