Pronunciation: /ˈməʊtɪveɪt/
verb
[with object]-
1provide (someone) with a reason for doing something: he was primarily motivated by the desire for profit
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cause (someone) to have interest in or enthusiasm for something: it is the teacher’s job to motivate the child at school
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2South African request (something) and present facts and arguments in support of one’s request: he said he would motivate funds to upgrade the food stalls
