Synonyms for

Automotive

Verb / ˌɔ:tʌˈməʊtɪv / Another word for automotive — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or concerned with motor vehicles

Synonyms & similar words

selfpropelling selfpropelled motor vehicle mechanical machine engine-powered motorized gasoline-powered diesel-powered electric hybrid self-propelled self-moving self-driven self-guided self-operating self-regulating autonomous robotic driverless unmanned

Synonyms by register

Formal

vehicular motorized mechanical

Informal

car-related auto driving

Antonyms

manual human-powered animal-powered pedestrian non-mechanical

Common collocations

  • automotive industry
  • automotive engineering
  • automotive sector
  • automotive technology
  • automotive parts
  • automotive design
  • automotive manufacturing

Word family

noun automobile
adjective automotive
adverb automatically

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to describe anything related to motor vehicles. It is often associated with the industry and technology surrounding cars.

Example sentences

  1. Automotive engineers design cars and trucks.
  2. There are many different types of automotive technology.
  3. My dad works in the automotive industry.
  4. Automotive repair can be very expensive.
  5. The automotive industry is trying to become more environmentally friendly.

Quotes

  • The automotive industry is a major contributor to the global economy.
  • Driving a car is such a big part of our daily lives.
  • Cars are more than just a way to get from point A to point B.

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