motivation
Pronunciation: [ˌmoʊtəˈveɪʃən]
Word
Context: "psychology"
(noun) the reason or reasons someone has for acting or behaving in a certain way. It's what drives people to do things, like studying hard or playing sports.
Example
Her motivation to learn comes from her love of reading.
Example
He lost his motivation to practice the piano after feeling frustrated.
Example
What motivates you to do your homework every day?
Context: "education"
(noun) the encouragement or support that helps someone want to accomplish something, like finishing a project or training for a competition.
Example
The teacher's praise gave the students the motivation to finish their assignments.
Example
Without any motivation, the class felt bored and uninterested.
Example
How can we find motivation to study for the upcoming test?
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