Word
highly motivated
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'.
Examples
“She is a highly motivated student who always finishes her work early.”
“The company seeks highly motivated individuals who can thrive in a fast-paced and challenging work environment.”
“Despite the lack of formal training, his highly motivated approach to problem-solving allowed him to master the complex software in under a week.”
Examples
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'.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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