motivation — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

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

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