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motivations

NOUN

ambition, inspiration

Synonyms

STRONGEST

catalyst desire encouragement impetus impulse incentive inclination interest motive reason wish

STRONG

action actuation angle disposition drive fire gimmick goose hunger impulsion incitation incitement inducement instigation kick persuasion predetermination predisposition provocation push spur stimulus suggestion

WEAK

get up and go right stuff

Antonyms

STRONGEST

block deterrent discouragement dislike hate hatred hindrance

STRONG

dullness prevention

WEAK

depression

Example Sentences

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If there’s something not quite right, listen to what your body tells you because your body will oftentimes clock the true motivations of the individual before your brain does.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Nandini's sari speaks to two motivations, he adds.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

"In the cinema, Bond’s legacy as a character has become problematic and his motivations as a modern British secret agent uncertain," he added.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Rather they are drawn from the same motivations and inspirations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Now that YOU are home, alive and well, you have judged the judgments of others, analyzed their intentions, behaviors, personalities and motivations.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer