motivation
noun
mo·ti·va·tion
ˌmō-tə-ˈvā-shən 
1
a
: the act or process of motivating
Some students need motivation to help them through school.
b
: the condition of being motivated
employees who lack motivation
motivationally
adverb
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Examples of motivation in a Sentence
Some students need motivation to help them through school.
Many people have questioned her motivations in choosing to run for office at this time.
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Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 7 Nov. 2024
What is the team’s professionalism and motivation like?
—Nick Bereza, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
If the Washington game can serve as a learning point — and perhaps motivation — Stevenson ultimately could benefit from an embarrassing moment that won’t be forgotten anytime soon.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2024
This shift brings a surge of energy to your financial goals, inspiring you with the motivation to take charge of your assets.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for motivation
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“Motivation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/motivation. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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motivation
noun
mo·ti·va·tion
ˌmōt-ə-ˈvā-shən
1
a
: the act or process of motivating
b
: the condition of being motivated
2
: a motivating force or influence : incentive
Medical Definition
motivation
noun
mo·ti·va·tion
ˌmōt-ə-ˈvā-shən
1
a
: the act or process of motivating
b
: the condition of being motivated
2
: a motivating force, stimulus, or influence (as a drive or incentive)
lacks the motivation to lose weight
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