driving

American  

[drahy-ving] / ˈdraɪ vɪŋ /

adjective

1. demanding a high or unreasonable rate of work from subordinates.

2. vigorously active; energetic.

   a driving young executive.

3. having force and violence.

   a driving storm.

4. relaying or transmitting power.

5. used while operating a vehicle.

   driving gloves.

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driving British  

/ ˈdraɪvɪŋ /

adjective

1. having or moving with force and violence

   driving rain

2. forceful or energetic

3. relating to the controlling of a motor vehicle in motion

   driving test

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Other Word Forms

• drivingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of driving

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; drive + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Sentiment around these has been driving the stock.

From Barron's

With energy prices still high due to the conflict in the Gulf, governments around the world are being urged to reduce driving speed limits and encourage more working from home.

From BBC

Romeo Cipriano has been driving a tricycle in Manila for four decades and says fuel prices are now the highest he has seen.

From Barron's

Prolonging prescriptions, borrowing money, driving less and skipping meals were the most cited methods.

From MarketWatch

Innovations including a centered driving position, fast charging and a 500-mile range are winning over drivers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• propulsive