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highly motivated

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate
Definition

adj. having a very strong desire to do something or achieve a goal. You use this to describe someone who works hard because they really want to succeed.

adj. possessing a strong internal drive or enthusiasm to achieve specific objectives. Often modified by 'very' or 'extremely'.


SIMPLE

She is a highly motivated student who always finishes her work early.

CONTEXTUAL

The company seeks highly motivated individuals who can thrive in a fast-paced and challenging work environment.

COMPLEX

Despite the lack of formal training, his highly motivated approach to problem-solving allowed him to master the complex software in under a week.

Usage

Typically placed before the noun it modifies; often modified by degree adverbs like 'highly' or 'extremely'.

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