Motorist

usgb/ˈməʊtərɪst/
noun

A person who drives a car.

The motorist slowed down to avoid the dog that ran onto the road.
Visual representation of "motorist" - A person who drives a car

Often appears as...

  • reckless motorist
  • careful motorist
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Vehicle Specific

Used only for drivers of cars, not bikes or pedestrians.

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The motorist was fined, not the cyclist.
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Behavior Context

Often coupled with adjectives to describe driving behavior.

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A considerate motorist stopped to let the geese cross.
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Neutral Term

Doesn't suggest skill or authority like 'driver' might.

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Every motorist must obey traffic laws.
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