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motivative

adjective

Definition of motivativenext
as in motivational
serving or likely to arouse action or activity Her sister's illness proved to be a motivative force in her decision to study medicine.

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motivational
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  • The motivational phrase helped carry the British people through the adversity of World War II.
    — Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Connected trainers, with streaks, reminders and visualized progress, target exactly that motivational gap.
    — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2026
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“Motivative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motivative. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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