Pronunciation: /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃən/
noun the general desire or willingness of someone to do something
A1 My motivation for studying English is to travel and communicate with people from different countries.
A2 She lacks motivation to exercise regularly, but she knows it's important for her health.
B1 Financial incentives can be a strong motivation for employees to work harder.
B2 His motivation to succeed in his career comes from his desire to provide a better life for his family.
C1 Intrinsic motivation, such as a passion for the subject, is often more effective than external rewards.
C2 The athlete's unwavering motivation to be the best in her sport has led her to numerous victories and accolades.
formal Motivation plays a key role in driving employees to achieve their goals in the workplace.
informal I need some motivation to get through this Monday morning.
slang I'm lacking the motivation to hit the gym today.
figurative The beautiful sunrise served as a motivation for her to start each day with positivity.
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