motive
US /ˈmoʊ.t̬ɪv/
UK /ˈmoʊ.t̬ɪv/
1.
movente, motivo
a reason for doing something, especially one that is hidden or not obvious
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The police are still investigating the killer's motive.
La polizia sta ancora indagando sul movente dell'assassino.
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What was her motive for lying?
Qual era il suo movente per mentire?
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motivare, spingere
to provide with a motive; to impel
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His desire for revenge motivated him to act.
Il suo desiderio di vendetta lo ha motivato ad agire.
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The promise of a bonus motivated the team to work harder.
La promessa di un bonus ha motivato la squadra a lavorare di più.