drive
drive
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for "drive" is: [draɪv]
Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
dr - This syllable consists of two sounds:
d - a voiced alveolar stop
r - an alveolar approximant
aɪv - This syllable consists of three sounds:
aɪ - a diphthong, representing a sound that transitions from a mid-front vowel to a high front vowel
v - a voiced labiodental fricative
Word Form Variations
Verb Forms:
Present Tense: drive
Past Tense: drove
Past Participle: driven
Present Participle (Gerund): driving
Noun Forms:
Singular: drive
Plural: drives (e.g., long drives, hard drives)
Other Related Forms:
Driver: (noun) a person who drives a vehicle
Drivable: (adjective) capable of being driven
Drivability: (noun) the quality of being drivable
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Drive (Verb)
Definition: To propel or move a vehicle or other object.
Synonyms: Operate, steer, propel, guide
Antonyms: Park, stop, halt
Example Sentence: "I drive to work every day."
Drive (Noun)
Definition 1: A journey in a vehicle.
Synonyms: Trip, ride, excursion, journey
Antonyms: Stay, halt, pause
Example Sentence: "We took a long drive to the countryside."
Definition 2: A strong desire or impulse.
Synonyms: Urge, impulse, passion, ambition
Antonyms: Apathy, indifference, calmness
Example Sentence: "She had a strong drive to succeed."
Drive (Adjective)
Definition: Energetic, forceful, or determined.
Synonyms: Energetic, forceful, determined, vigorous
Antonyms: Lazy, lethargic, weak, passive
Example Sentence: "She is a very driven person."
Examples of Use
General Discourse and Literature
Everyday Conversation: "I'll drive to the store later."
Newspapers: "The new electric car has an impressive driving range." (The New York Times)
Books: "The relentless drive for power consumed him." (A historical novel)
Entertainment Media and Platforms
Movies: "He drove the car recklessly through the city streets." (Fast and Furious)
Video Games: "The player must drive a car to reach the next level." (Grand Theft Auto)
TV Shows: "Her drive to succeed pushed her to the top." (A reality TV show)
Music: "She's got a drive that won't quit." (A rock song lyric)
Online Publications and Social Media
Blogs: "I need to find a way to drive more traffic to my blog."
Social Media: "I'm so tired of the daily commute. I wish I could work from home and avoid the drive." (Twitter)
Online Forums: "What's the best way to improve my golf drive?" (Golf forum)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Drive
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do and let that drive you." – Steve Jobs
"Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you drive to get there." – Bill Bradley
"Don’t let fear drive your decisions. Let passion be in the driver’s seat." – Tony Robbins
"When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it. Drive forward." – Henry Ford
"Desire is the key to motivation, but it's determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal that will enable you to drive forward." – Mario Andretti
"Your dreams won’t chase you; you have to drive yourself toward them." – Unknown
"Never drive faster than your guardian angel can fly." – Unknown
"Your passion should drive you, not people’s opinions." – Oprah Winfrey
"Success is like driving—keep your eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, and never stop moving forward." – Unknown
"You can’t drive into the future looking in the rearview mirror." – Unknown
Etymology
The word "drive" has a long history. It comes from an old English word, "drifan," which meant to "compel or urge to move." So, way back then, "drive" was mostly used to talk about forcing something to move, like pushing animals or a vehicle.
Over time, the meaning of "drive" has expanded. Now, it can mean many things, like operating a vehicle, having a strong desire or ambition, or even a long journey.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Drive
Drive someone up the wall: To annoy or irritate someone intensely.
Drive someone crazy: Similar to the above, to make someone very annoyed or frustrated.
Drive someone round the bend: Another variation, meaning to infuriate someone.
Drive home a point: To emphasize a point forcefully and clearly.
Driving force: The main person or thing responsible for something's success or progress.
Test drive: To try out a car or other vehicle before buying it.
Drive-thru: A place where you can buy food or other items without getting out of your car.
While there aren't as many idioms specifically using "drive" as with other common verbs, the word's versatility allows it to be used in many figurative expressions, often related to motivation, intensity, and force.
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Source Information
Definition of drive from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
