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motivate

[moh-tuh-veyt] / ˈmoʊ təˌveɪt /
VERB
stimulate, instigate
Synonyms
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drive excite galvanize incline inspire persuade prompt propel provoke spark spur sway trigger
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actuate arouse bring cause dispose draw fire goad goose impel incite induce innervate inspirit lead move pique predetermine predispose quicken rouse sound suggest whet
WEAK
egg on give incentive innerve prevail upon set afoot set astir touch off
Antonyms
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check discourage dissuade halt hinder prevent repress retard stop
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bore calm delay dishearten dull quiet slow
WEAK
depress disconcert

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