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Meaning of motivate
to give someone a reason to do something
Etymology of motivate
The word "motivate" originated in the mid-19th century from the Latin word "motivus," meaning "of or pertaining to motion," and the Latin verb "motivare," meaning "to move"
Historically, the word was used to describe the act of moving or inducing someone to take action
Synonyms
inspire
stimulate
encourage
prompt
provoke
induce
persuade
influence
spur
goad
drive
impel
animate
energize
invigorate
revitalize
activate
arouse
awaken
stir
excite
thrill
motivate
animate
galvanize
mobilize
energize
vitalize
kindle
ignite
spark
foment
instigate
initiate
catalyze
boost
uplift
hearten
embolden
Definitions
- To give someone a reason to do something, or to make someone want to do something
- * To stimulate someone's interest or enthusiasm for something
Usage Examples
- The company's profits motivate the employees to work harder
- * Her love of music motivates her to practice every day
- * The coach's speech motivated the team to win the game
Antonyms
discourage
dishearten
depress
demotivate
deter
hinder
obstruct
prevent
inhibit
suppress
stifle
dampen
deflate
dispirit
demoralize
disenchant
disillusion
repel
repulse
dissuade
divert
distract