motivation

Definition

• n. the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior
• n. the condition of being motivated
• n. the act of motivating; providing incentive

Word forms

Plural

motivations

Example sentences

1. n.

   Her desire to help others is her main motivation for studying medicine.

2. n.

   The therapist used various techniques to provide motivation for the patient's recovery.