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motivational

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌmoʊtəˈveɪʃənəɫ// UK //mˌəʊtɪvˈeɪʃənəl// mo·ti·va·tion·al

adj. giving someone a reason to work hard or feel excited about achieving a goal. You use this to describe things like speeches or posters that make people feel more positive.

adj. providing inspiration or incentive to act; designed to stimulate interest or enthusiasm for a particular task or goal.


SIMPLE

She gave a motivational speech to the team.

CONTEXTUAL

The company hired a motivational speaker to help the employees feel more excited about the new project.

COMPLEX

While some find motivational posters inspiring, others argue that true professional drive comes from a supportive environment rather than simple slogans on a wall.

Origin

From motivation + -al.

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun.

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