motivation
Translation
motivation, drive, reason
Examples
He has no motivation to study.
He has no motivation to study.
Money was the main motivation for his actions.
Money was the main motivation for his actions.
Grammar Patterns
((motivation)) ((to-inf)) the reason for doing (sth.) Her motivation to succeed is very strong.
((motivation)) ((for sth.)) the reason for (sth.) What is your motivation for applying?
Similar Words
Synonyms: incentive, drive, ambition, reason; Antonyms: apathy, discouragement
Etymology
From 'motivate' + '-ion', a suffix forming nouns of action/state. The root 'mot-' means 'to move'.
Memory Tips
'Motivation' is the reason or force that puts you into 'motion'.