motivation

noun

/ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃn/

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[countable, uncountable] the reason why somebody does something or behaves in a particular way成为…的动机；是…的原因
- motivation (behind something) What is the motivation behind this sudden change?这个突然转变背后的动机是什么？
- motivation for (doing) something Most people said that pay was their main motivation for working.大多数人说赚取报酬是他们工作的主要动机。
[uncountable] the feeling of wanting to do something, especially something that involves hard work and effort推动…甘愿苦干；激励；激发
- He's intelligent enough but he lacks motivation.他很聪明，但缺乏积极性。
[countable] (South African English) a statement or piece of writing in which you give reasons for something动机：陈述或写出某些事情的理由
- All research proposals must be accompanied by a full motivation.所有研究计划书均须详述研究动机。