angetrieben
Translation
driven, powered, propelled, motivated
Examples
Ein von einem Motor angetriebenes Fahrzeug ist ein Auto.
A vehicle driven by a motor is a car.
Er ist von starkem Ehrgeiz angetrieben.
He is driven by strong ambition.
Grammar Patterns
to be driven ((by sth.)) The car is driven by an electric motor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: motivated, propelled; Antonyms: passive, sluggish
Etymology
From the prefix 'an-' (on, towards) + 'getrieben' (past participle of 'treiben', to drive). Literally 'driven on'.
Memory Tips
Think of something being driven 'on' or 'at' a task or goal. The 'an-' prefix directs the driving force.