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Synonyms & Similar Words
driven
inspired
enthusiastic
dedicated
passionate
eager
ambitious
committed
determined
focused
intent
resolute
steadfast
unwavering
unrelenting
zealous
avid
keen
excited
pumped
thrilled
energized
invigorated
revitalized
motivated
stimulated
impelled
propelled
activated
spurred
goaded
prodded
urged
encouraged
galvanized
animated
stirred
roused
awakened
kindled
Meaning of Motivated
According to Oxford Dictionary, motivated refers to having a strong desire or reason to do something, or being inspired to take action.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines motivated as having a motive or being driven by a desire or interest to achieve something.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes motivated as feeling enthusiastic and having a strong desire to do something, or being inspired to take action.
Example Uses
- She was highly motivated to pursue a career in science after attending a lecture by a renowned physicist.
- The team was motivated to win the championship after their coach gave an inspiring speech.
- He was motivated by a desire to help others, which led him to become a doctor.
- The company offered bonuses to motivate employees to meet their sales targets.
- The teacher used real-life examples to motivate her students to learn about history.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
apathetic
unmotivated
indifferent
lethargic
sluggish
lazy
idle
inactive
unenthusiastic
uninterested
disinterested
detached
unconcerned
uninvolved
disengaged
demotivated
discouraged
disheartened
depressed
demoralized
listless
lackluster
uninspired
unstimulated
stagnant
complacent
satisfied
content