Wordiyomotive
🇬🇧 UK/'məʊtɪv/🇺🇸 US/'mәutiv/
TOEFLB1
Definitions
n.
A reason or emotion that causes someone to act in a particular way
动机，目的
v.
To provide a reason or incentive for someone to act
激励，促使
adj.
Causing or relating to motion or movement
运动的，驱动的
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.hidden motive隐藏的动机
- 2.criminal motive犯罪动机
- 3.ulterior motive不可告人的目的
Example Sentences
- 1.
The detective tried to determine the motive for the crime.
- 2.
The detective questioned the suspect about his motive for the crime.
- 3.
Their motive was purely financial; they had no interest in helping others.