Synonyms for

Suv

Verb / ˌeˌsju:ˈvi: / Another word for suv — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

SUV stands for Sport Utility Vehicle, which is a type of vehicle that combines the features of a car with those of a truck. SUVs are typically larger and more rugged than cars and are often used for off-road driving.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

sport utility vehicle

Informal

crossover SUV truck-like vehicle

Common collocations

  • driving an SUV
  • buying an SUV
  • large SUV
  • luxury SUV
  • electric SUV
  • family SUV
  • off-road SUV

Word family

noun SUV

Usage note

SUV is an initialism for 'sport utility vehicle'. It is commonly used as a noun and is widely understood in informal and formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. We packed the camping gear into the back of the SUV and headed into the mountains.
  2. My dad's SUV is so big, it barely fits in our garage.
  3. I prefer driving an SUV because it feels safer on the highway.
  4. The SUV we rented for our vacation had a DVD player in the backseat.
  5. We saw a family of bears while driving our SUV through the national park.

Quotes

  • I don't like SUVs. They're big and heavy and pollute the air.
  • SUVs are the new status symbol. They're like the new suburban house.
  • I feel like I'm driving a tank when I'm in an SUV.

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