ulterior motive — a hidden or secret reason for doing something, especially one that is selfish or dishonest
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a hidden or secret reason for doing something, especially one that is selfish or dishonest
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌlˈtɪriər ˈmoʊtɪv/
Korean meaning: 숨겨진 동기, 저의, 속셈 (특히 이기적이거나 부정직한)
Korean pronunciation: 얼**티**리어 **모**티브
Example Sentences
- His sudden interest in cooking had an ulterior motive - impressing his new girlfriend.
- The politician's charity work was questioned for having ulterior motives related to the upcoming election.
- She wondered if her cat's sudden affection had an ulterior motive - like wanting extra treats.
ulterior motive
NOUN//ʌlˈtɪriər ˈmoʊtɪv//
a hidden or secret reason for doing something, especially one that is selfish or dishonest
a hidden or secret reason for doing something, especially one that is selfish or dishonest
Superior smile hiding inferior ulterior motives!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'ulterior'는 '더 먼, 더 멀리 있는'이라는 뜻에서 나왔습니다. 겉으로 보이는 것보다 '더 멀리' 숨어있는 진짜 이유라는 의미로 발전했죠.
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📝Examples
“His sudden interest in cooking had an ulterior motive - impressing his new girlfriend.”
“The politician's charity work was questioned for having ulterior motives related to the upcoming election.”
“She wondered if her cat's sudden affection had an ulterior motive - like wanting extra treats.”
“The company's environmental campaign was criticized as having ulterior motives to improve their damaged reputation.”
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