Pronunciation

/əˈbəʊˌtuːm/

Definitions

• Noun: A vehicle with four wheels, powered by an internal combustion engine, designed for the passenger transportation on roads. (Also known as car)
• Adjective: Characteristic of an automobile, such as self-propelled or motorized. (E.g., “an automobile engine”)

Phrases

• “Drive an automobile”
• “Own an automobile”
• “Modern automobile technology”
• “Classic automobile collector”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He purchased a new automobile last month.”
• Adjective: “The automobile industry is constantly evolving.”
• “She arrived in her sleek, red automobile.”

Synonyms

• Car
• Vehicle
• Motorcar
• Auto
• Machine
• Sedan
• SUV
• Truck

Antonyms

• Bicycle
• Bicycle (as a contrast to a motorized vehicle)
• Non-motorized
• Public transport (e.g., bus, train)