driven — having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdrɪvən/
Example Sentences
- Tom is so driven that he studies even while eating pizza.
- The company's success is driven by customer satisfaction.
- She's a goal-driven athlete who trains even on holidays.
driven
ADJECTIVE[/ˈdrɪvən/]
having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something
having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something
Though chances were given and doubts forgiven, her driven spirit prevailed!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Old English 'drifan', meaning 'to push, propel, or herd'. Over time, the word evolved to encompass the sense of being propelled or motivated by a strong internal force or determination.
Breakdown
drive (to propel, push) + -en (past participle suffix), forming an adjective indicating a state of being propelled or motivated.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Tom is so driven that he studies even while eating pizza.”
“The company's success is driven by customer satisfaction.”
“She's a goal-driven athlete who trains even on holidays.”
“My driven roommate organized our messy dorm like a military base.”
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