CEFR B1

motivated

adjective

Meaning

Having a strong reason or desire to do something.

Examples

She is a very motivated employee who always goes the extra mile.
Are you motivated enough to finish this difficult project?

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motivated (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈməʊtɪveɪtɪd/

Definition

Having a strong reason or desire to do something.

Examples

She is a very motivated employee who always goes the extra mile.
Are you motivated enough to finish this difficult project?
He felt motivated to start a new business after losing his job.

How to Use motivated

motivated to do (prepositional phrase): Having a strong desire to perform an action. — "He was motivated to apply for the scholarship."
motivated by (prepositional phrase): Having a specific reason or cause for an action or feeling. — "She is motivated by a desire to help others."

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