unmotivated
|un/mo/ti/va/ted|
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/ʌnˈmoʊtɪˌveɪtɪd/
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/ʌnˈməʊtɪˌveɪtɪd/
lacking drive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unmotivated' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'motivated', which comes from the Latin word 'motivus', meaning 'moving'.
Historical Evolution
'motivated' changed from the Latin word 'motivus' and eventually became the modern English word 'motivated'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not moved or driven', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking motivation'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking motivation or enthusiasm to do something.
He felt unmotivated to complete his assignments.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35