How to Pronounce Motivated

To pronounce "motivated", say MOT-iv-at-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

MOT-iv-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “motivated”

"motivated" has 4 syllables: mot-iv-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does motivated mean?

verb

  1. To provide someone with an incentive to do something; to encourage.

    “The weekly staff meeting was meant to motivate employees.”

  2. To animate; to propel; to cause to take action

    “He was motivated purely by self-interest.”

adjective

  1. Enthusiastic, especially about striving toward a goal.

    “We're looking for a highly motivated individual who will fit into our fast-paced corporate culture.”

Antonyms

demotivate

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Words that rhyme with motivated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

drivenactuatedimpelledeagerenthusiastickeenanimatedstimulated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "motivated"?▾

"Motivated" has 4 syllables: mot · iv · at · ed.

What does "motivated" mean?▾

Motivated: To provide someone with an incentive to do something; to encourage.

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