Motive

Synonyms of motive

• intention
• reason
• purpose

Antonyms of motive

• obstacle
• deterrent
• disincentive

Collocations of motive

ulterior motive

Frequency: 80 %

He had an ulterior motive for helping her with her project.

motive behind

Frequency: 70 %

She couldn't understand the motive behind his actions.

hidden motive

Frequency: 65 %

She suspected he had a hidden motive behind his sudden generosity.

true motive

Frequency: 60 %

She finally revealed her true motive for wanting to meet him.

clear motive

Frequency: 50 %

His clear motive was to gain power at any cost.

Idiomatic Expressions for motive

• Phrase: motive behind the action
  Meaning: the reason or intention that drives a particular action
  Usage: We need to understand the motive behind his actions before we can make a judgment.