motivation
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
But I’d encourage you to use this discovery as motivation — a wake-up call that jolts you into action.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
Darry Sragow, a veteran Democratic strategist who managed Checchi’s unsuccessful 1998 bid for governor that set a self-funding record, said voters have long been skeptical of the motivation of rich people who run for office.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
"Doing the right thing has always been my motivation and will strive to get things done without diversion or delay", he said.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
But that teaches another more cautionary lesson about collecting nemeses: Salieri never figured out how to channel his gnawing envy into motivation.
From Salon • May 16, 2026
Maddie nudged the girl next to her and jutted her chin in Emily’s direction, which was exactly the motivation Emily needed to surge forward with the lines she and James had practiced.
From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman
Vocabulary lists containing motivation
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The SAT: Language of the Test, List 3
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
