motivation
noun OPAL WOPAL S
/ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃn/
/ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃn/
- [countable, uncountable] the reason why somebody does something or behaves in a particular way
- motivation (behind something) What is the motivation behind this sudden change?
- motivation for (doing) something Most people said that pay was their main motivation for working.
- [uncountable] the feeling of wanting to do something, especially something that involves hard work and effort
- He's intelligent enough but he lacks motivation.
- [countable] (South African English) a statement or piece of writing in which you give reasons for something
- All research proposals must be accompanied by a full motivation.