MOTIVATIVE Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

motivative

adjective

Definition of motivative

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

Adjective

The former stockbroker now works as a writer and motivational speaker.

— Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
Tyson lent his name to the academy for $1 a year, has appeared at ceremonies for the school and given motivational speeches to students.

— Jennifer Smith Richards, ProPublica, 16 July 2026

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