motivation
|mo-ti-va-tion|
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/ˌmoʊ.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən/
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/ˌməʊ.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən/
reason for action
Etymology
'motivation' originates from the Latin word 'motivus,' which means 'moving' or 'causing motion.'
'motivus' transformed into the French word 'motivation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'motivation.'
Initially, it meant 'causing motion,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reason for action.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way.
Her motivation for studying hard was to get into a good college.
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Noun 2
the general desire or willingness of someone to do something.
He lacks the motivation to complete the project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35