motivation (/ˌmoʊ.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən/)
noun · Intermediate · Emotions & Feelings
🔊 /ˌmoʊ.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən/
Meaning
Meaning: the reason and drive to act
Motivation is the reason or drive that makes a person want to do something. Speakers explore what truly sustains motivation.
Examples
🗣 Intrinsic motivation lasts longer than rewards.
Etymology
From Latin ‘motivus’, meaning moving or causing motion.
How & Where It’s Used
A central topic in talks on psychology and performance.
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Tags: drive, psychology