Road Construction Vocabulary

verb to cover or lay a road, walkway, or other area with a hard surface such as concrete or asphalt

• The city council decided to pave the road with asphalt to improve its condition.
• I heard they're going to pave the parking lot next week.
• Let's pave the way for a fun night out by getting some drinks first.
• Hard work and dedication will pave the path to success in your career.

noun a road or way for traveling from one place to another, typically including a paved surface for vehicles

• The construction crew worked diligently to repair the damaged roadway.
• Watch out for potholes on the roadway ahead.
• Let's hit the open roadway and see where it takes us.
• Navigating the challenges of life is like driving on a winding roadway.