Motivated
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Motivated is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of motivate.
Meaning
simple past and past participle of motivate.
More Meanings
- Enthusiastic, especially about striving toward a goal.
Example Sentences
We're looking for a highly motivated individual who will fit into our fast-paced corporate culture.
As an athlete, you'll feel more motivated when you're confident in your skill set and believe in your ability to continue to improve.
In every instance, she has expressed enormous frustration with social loafers—virtual group members whose lackluster motivation leaves the bulk of group projects to members who are more motivated to excel.
It seems reasonable to assume that academically able students are more motivated toward academic activities than those less able, and that students from higher socioeconomic levels are more motivated toward school than those from lower socioeconomic levels.
Synonyms for motivated
Depending on context, synonyms include driven, impelled, actuated.
Antonyms for motivated
Common opposites include unmotivated.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include driven, actuated, impelled, eager, enthusiastic, keen.
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