motivation

US /ˌmoʊ.t̬əˈveɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌmoʊ.t̬əˈveɪ.ʃən/
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1.

the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way

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His motivation for working hard was to provide for his family.
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What's your motivation for learning a new language?
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incentiveimpetusstimulusdrivereason
2.

the general desire or willingness of someone to do something

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He lacks the motivation to finish his degree.
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The team showed great motivation throughout the project.
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enthusiasmdriveambitionzealspirit
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motivemotivateself-motivated