motivation

 
Pronunciation: /məʊtɪˈveɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

  • 1a reason or reasons for acting or behaving in a particular way: escape can be a strong motivation for travel
  • [mass noun] desire or willingness to do something; enthusiasm: keep staff up to date and maintain interest and motivation
  • 2South African a set of facts and arguments used in support of a proposal: the following proposal and motivation is submitted for consideration

Derivatives

motivational

Pronunciation: /-ˈveɪʃ(ə)n(ə)l/
adjective

motivationally

Pronunciation: /-ˈveɪʃ(ə)n(ə)li/
adverb

Origin:

late 19th century: from motive, reinforced by motivate