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Motivates Definition

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verb

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of motivate.

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Synonyms:
  • Synonyms:
  • excites
  • foments
  • galvanizes
  • inflames
  • goads
  • inspires
  • piques
  • pricks
  • prods
  • spurs
  • impels
  • incites
  • instigates
  • moves
  • prompts
Antonyms:
  • Antonyms:
  • depresses
  • dissuades
  • discourages
  • disconcerts

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