motivated
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈmoʊtɪˌveɪtɪd/
KK: /ˈmoʊtɪˌveɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Feeling a strong desire to achieve something or work hard towards a goal.
Example
She is highly motivated to finish her project on time.
Conversation
I've been feeling really motivated to exercise lately.
That's awesome! What sparked that change for you?
I watched a documentary about fitness that got me inspired.
Nice! It's great to find something that keeps you motivated.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
driven
inspired
ambitious
Antonyms
apathetic
unmotivated
indifferent
verb
Definition
To have a strong reason or desire to do something; to be inspired to take action.
Example
She was motivated to study harder after receiving her exam results.
Tense Forms
Past: motivated
Past Participle: motivated
Conversation
I really motivated myself to start exercising last month.
That's awesome! How did you do it?
I set some goals and it really motivated me to keep going.
Root Explanation
Motivated → It is formed from "motive" (from Latin "motivus", meaning moving or causing motion) and the suffix "-ated" (indicating a state or condition). The word "motivated" means being in a state of having a reason or desire to act or move towards a goal.
Memory Tip
Think of 'motive' as the reason that drives you to take action — when you are motivated, you are in a state of being driven to achieve something.
Visually Confused Words
unmotivated
unmotivatedly
ovated