Word

driving

noun C1

/ˈdɹaɪvɪŋ/

Meanings

noun

the activity or skill of controlling a vehicle, especially a car

adjective

related to operating a vehicle or traveling by car

Definition

Driving is the activity of controlling and operating a vehicle to travel somewhere.

Driving is the act of operating a vehicle, especially a car, by controlling its speed and direction. It requires attention to the road, other traffic, and changing conditions. In everyday English, it often refers to both the skill of operating a vehicle and the experience of traveling by car.

Examples

I find driving in heavy rain exhausting because I have to concentrate on every movement around me.
You should avoid driving when you are overtired, even if the distance seems manageable.
He admitted that driving at night makes him tense on unfamiliar roads.
She improved her confidence in driving by practicing regularly in quieter neighborhoods.
They ended up late because driving through the city center was slower than they expected.

Common mistake

Learners often confuse "driving" (operating a vehicle) with "riding" (being a passenger on a bike, bus, or train).