Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dwi
noun
/diˈdʌb.əl.juˈaɪ/
Definition
Driving While Intoxicated
Examples
- He was arrested for dwi after failing a sobriety test.
- Many states have strict penalties for dwi offenders.
- Participating in the community’s campaign against dwi can help raise awareness.
Meaning
A legal term referring to the act of operating a vehicle while one’s blood alcohol content (BAC) is above the legal limit, typically 0.08% in many jurisdictions.
Synonyms
- Drunk driving
- Driving under the influence (DUI)
- Intoxicated driving
