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motivators

|mo-ti-va-tors|

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🇺🇸

/ˈmoʊ.tɪˌveɪ.tərz/

🇬🇧

/ˈməʊ.tɪˌveɪ.təz/

(motivator)

Encouraging action

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motivatormotivators
Etymology
Etymology Information

'motivator' originates from the Latin word 'motivus,' which means 'moving' or 'causing motion.'

Historical Evolution

'motivus' transformed into the French word 'moteur,' and eventually became the modern English word 'motivator.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'something that causes motion,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'something that encourages action or behavior.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

factors or influences that encourage a person to act or behave in a certain way.

Recognition and rewards are strong motivators for employees.

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Last updated: 2025/02/17 15:31