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Meaning of roadworthy
The primary meaning of "roadworthy" refers to something, especially a vehicle, that is in a suitable condition to be used on the road.
Etymology of roadworthy
The word "roadworthy" is derived from the combination of "road" and "worthy", with "worthy" meaning fit or suitable for a particular purpose, and "road" referring to a path or way made for travel
The term has been in use since the late 19th century, initially to describe vehicles, and has since expanded to include other meanings related to fitness for travel or use
Synonyms
serviceable
operable
functional
usable
working
in working order
in good condition
seaworthy
airworthy
spaceworthy
reliable
dependable
trustworthy
safe
sound
intact
unimpaired
undamaged
unbroken
fit
fitted
capable
competent
effective
efficient
satisfactory
adequate
sufficient
suitable
proper
road-ready
street-legal
drivable
operational
running
usable
inhabitable
navigable
accessible
passable
traversable
viable
practicable
functional
in commission
on line
on stream
going
in operation
in working condition
fit for use
Definitions
- (of a vehicle) in a suitable condition to be used on the road
- (of a person) fit and able to travel, especially by road
Usage Examples
- The car was declared roadworthy after passing the safety inspection
- The mechanic certified the vehicle as roadworthy before it was sold
- After a few repairs, the bike was roadworthy again and ready for the trip
Antonyms
unserviceable
inoperable
nonfunctional
unusable
broken
damaged
impaired
unsafe
unsound
untrustworthy
unreliable
inadequate
insufficient
unfit
unready
inoperable
out of commission
out of order
not working
defective
faulty
malfunctioning
in disrepair
decrepit
dilapidated
crumbling
falling apart
ramshackle
rickety
unstable
insecure
hazardous
perilous
risky
dangerous