praise-driven
|praise-driv-en|
C1
/preɪz ˈdrɪvən/
motivated by praise
Etymology
Etymology Information
'praise-driven' originates from the combination of 'praise' and 'driven,' where 'praise' means 'express approval or admiration' and 'driven' means 'motivated or propelled by a force.'
Historical Evolution
'praise' comes from the Latin word 'pretium,' meaning 'price or value,' and 'driven' comes from the Old English 'drifan,' meaning 'to drive or propel.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'praise' meant 'to set a price on,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'express approval or admiration.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
motivated or influenced by praise.
The praise-driven employee always seeks approval from their manager.
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Last updated: 2025/02/23 18:06