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Vocabulary Entry
motive
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A reason or justification for an action.
Example Sentences
"The detective was trying to uncover the motive behind the crime."
"Her motive for volunteering was to help those in need."
"Understanding the motive of the protagonist adds depth to the story."
V
verb
To provide someone with a reason for doing something.
Example Sentences
"The coach hoped to motive the team to train harder."
"She used inspirational quotes to motive her students."
"Good leaders know how to motive their employees effectively."