motivation
/ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃən/ · /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #4117 in the learning path
积极性；动力
Definitions
n. The desire and energy that make you want to act.
积极性；动力
n. A reason for doing something or behaving in a particular way.
动机；原因
Example
Training with a friend gives me motivation to keep running.
和朋友一起训练让我有动力坚持跑步。
Giving students meaningful choices can increase their motivation and encourage them to take responsibility for learning.
给予学生有意义的选择，可以提高他们的积极性，并鼓励他们对学习负责。
Collocations
- lack of motivation
- intrinsic motivation
- motivation to learn
- motivation behind a decision
Word family
- motivate (v.)
- motivated (adj.)
- motivational (adj.)
- motive (n.)
Synonyms
- drive
- incentive
Antonyms
- apathy
Usage tip
动力常不可数；具体动机可数，常接for或behind。
FAQ
- What does motivation mean?
- The desire and energy that make you want to act. A reason for doing something or behaving in a particular way.
- How is motivation pronounced?
- UK /ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃən/, US /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
