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Driven - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

driven

/ˈdrɪvən/ /ˈdrɪvən/

Definition:

Motivated or compelled to achieve something with determination and focus.

Synonyms:

motivated, determined, ambitious, goal-oriented, purposeful

Part of Speech:

adjective, past participle

Antonyms:

lazy, unmotivated, indifferent

Common Collocations:

driven personality, driven individual, driven by ambition, highly driven

Derivatives:

drive (verb), driver (noun), driving (adjective/gerund)

Usage Tips:

Use "driven" to describe someone highly motivated or influenced by a strong force or goal.

Common Phrases:

driven to succeed, driven by passion, driven mad

Etymology:

From Old English "drīfan," meaning to propel or urge forward; past participle of "drive."

Examples:

  • 1. She is a driven student who always excels in her studies.
  • 2. His success comes from being highly driven and focused on his goals.
  • 3. The team was driven by a shared desire to win the championship.
  • 4. Her passion for art has always driven her creativity forward.

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