motivated — having enthusiasm and eagerness to achieve something; driven by purpose or desire
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having enthusiasm and eagerness to achieve something; driven by purpose or desire
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmoʊtɪveɪtɪd/
Korean meaning: 동기가 부여된, 의욕적인
Korean pronunciation: **모**티베이티드
Example Sentences
- My cat is only motivated by food - she won't even chase a laser pointer unless there's tuna involved.
- The motivated employees finished the project ahead of schedule.
- I'm motivated to exercise, but my couch is more motivated to keep me sitting.
motivated
ADJECTIVE//ˈmoʊtɪveɪtɪd//
having enthusiasm and eagerness to achieve something; driven by purpose or desire
A motivated student studies intensely with visible progress charts showing improvement
Stay motivated, educated, and dedicated!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'movere(움직이다)'에서 파생된 'motive(동기)'에 '-ate(~하게 하다)' 동사 어미와 '-ed(과거분사)' 어미가 결합되어 형성된 단어입니다. 본래 '움직이게 하다'는 의미에서 '동기가 부여되어 행동하게 된' 상태를 나타내게 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“My cat is only motivated by food - she won't even chase a laser pointer unless there's tuna involved.”
“The motivated employees finished the project ahead of schedule.”
“I'm motivated to exercise, but my couch is more motivated to keep me sitting.”
“She was motivated by her desire to help others in need.”
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