car-dependent

[US]/[ˈkɑː.dɪˈpen.dənt]/
[UK]/[ˈkɑːr.dɪˈpen.dənt]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Relying on cars for transportation; heavily reliant on automobiles.; Characterized by a transportation system centered around private vehicles.; Describing a community or region where access to services and amenities is largely dependent on owning and using a car.

Phrases & Collocations

car-dependent lifestyle

becoming car-dependent

car-dependent cities

car-dependent culture

highly car-dependent

car-dependent areas

less car-dependent

car-dependent society

car-dependent planning

car-dependent communities

Example Sentences

many suburban areas are highly car-dependent, making public transportation impractical.

the city's car-dependent infrastructure contributes to traffic congestion and pollution.

reducing our reliance on cars is crucial for creating more sustainable communities.

a car-dependent lifestyle can be expensive due to fuel, insurance, and maintenance costs.

the car-dependent design of the suburbs discourages walking and cycling.

we need to shift away from a car-dependent transportation system towards more public transit options.

the car-dependent nature of the region makes it difficult for those without vehicles.

the planning commission is exploring ways to reduce the city's car-dependent layout.

a car-dependent society often prioritizes roads over pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.

the new development aims to be less car-dependent with improved pedestrian access.

the car-dependent system limits accessibility for elderly and disabled individuals.

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