demotivation
|de-mo-ti-va-tion|
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/ˌdiːˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃən/
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/ˌdiːˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃən/
loss of motivation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'demotivation' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'removal or reversal' and the word 'motivation', which comes from the Latin 'motivus', meaning 'moving'.
Historical Evolution
'motivation' evolved from the Latin word 'motivus', and with the addition of the prefix 'de-', it became 'demotivation' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'motivation' meant 'the act of moving or driving', but with the prefix 'de-', it evolved to mean 'the removal of motivation'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of being demotivated or lacking motivation.
The constant criticism led to his demotivation at work.
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Last updated: 2025/02/05 16:36