Definition

Having a strong energy or force that motivates or influences action.

Example

She has a driving ambition to succeed in her career.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I really love that song with the driving beat.

Yeah, it makes me want to dance every time I hear it!

Exactly! It has such a driving energy throughout the whole track.

For sure! It's the kind of song that keeps you motivated.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Driving → It is formed from "drive" (from Old English "drīfan", meaning to force or urge) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or process of). The word "driving" refers to the action of forcing or urging a vehicle forward.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word "drīfan" meaning to urge or force something forward — that's why driving means the action of moving a vehicle forward.

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