motive

US /ˈmoʊ.t̬ɪv/
UK /ˈmoʊ.t̬ɪv/
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动机, 缘由

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.
警方仍在调查凶手的动机。
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What was her motive for lying?
她撒谎的动机是什么？
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reasoncauseimpetusincentivegrounds
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激励, 促使

to provide with a motive; to impel

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His desire for revenge motivated him to act.
他复仇的欲望促使他采取行动。
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The promise of a bonus motivated the team to work harder.
奖金的承诺激励团队更加努力工作。
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inspirestimulateencouragespurpropel
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motivationmotivateself-motivated