Motivational Language

adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb to indicate manner, time, place, or degree

• Hopefully, the new regulations will improve the efficiency of our operations.
• I'll hopefully be able to finish my homework before dinner.
• I'm crossing my fingers that the party is still happening, hopefully!
• As the storm clouds gathered, she held onto the hope that, hopefully, the sun would shine again soon.

verb to become more lively or cheerful

adverb in a manner that makes someone more lively or cheerful

• After receiving positive feedback from her boss, she began to perk up and show more enthusiasm at work.
• I noticed that my friend started to perk up once she heard her favorite song playing on the radio.
• I'll bring some coffee to help you perk up before the meeting.
• The rainy weather seemed to perk up once the sun started to shine through the clouds.

adjective causing excitement or interest; invigorating

• The professor gave a stimulating lecture on quantum physics.
• I find crossword puzzles to be really stimulating.
• That roller coaster ride was so stimulating!
• Reading her poetry is always a stimulating experience.

noun great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective

• She approached her work with great zeal, always striving for excellence.
• He tackled the project with so much zeal, you could tell he was really into it.
• I've never seen someone party with such zeal before!
• His zeal for adventure knew no bounds, always seeking out new experiences.