motivation
noun · Intermediate
The reason or desire that makes someone do something.
Example
She lost motivation after failing the first exam.
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the do something principle.
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This principle is the catalyst for action.
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If you don't have the motivation to do something,
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you need something that'll spark some sort of action,
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noun · Intermediate
The reason or desire that makes someone do something.
Example
She lost motivation after failing the first exam.
In this video: If you don't have the motivation to do something,
verb · Intermediate
To cause something to start or become active suddenly.
Example
The announcement may spark protests across the city.
In this video: you need something that'll spark some sort of action,
something
A thing that is not named or not known exactly.
principle
To base something on a rule, belief, or guiding idea.
catalyst
Something that causes an important change or reaction.
action
Something done to deal with a situation or produce a result.
don't
The short form of do not, used for a negative present action.
need
To require something because it is necessary or important.
that'll
The short form of that will.
sort
A type or kind of person or thing.
get
To receive, obtain, become, understand, or arrive at something, depending on context.
momentum
The force that keeps something moving forward or developing after it has started.
go
To move or travel from one place to another; to leave or continue.
ball
A round object used in games and sports.
rolling
The present participle of roll: moving by turning over and over, or making something move this way.
means
A method, tool, or money that makes it possible to do something.
take
To get, hold, carry, or use something.
anything
Any thing or event, often in questions or negatives.
people
Human beings in general, or the men, women, and children in a group.
think
To use your mind to form ideas, opinions, plans, or memories.
order
A request for goods or food; also a clear arrangement or instruction.
motivate
To make someone want to do something or work hard.
comes
The third-person form of come: does or performs that action.
you're
The short form of you are.
inspire
To make someone feel hopeful, creative, or willing to do something.
instance
A single example or case of something happening or being true.
say
To speak words, express an idea, or give information.
browsing
The -ing form of browse: looking through information, shops, or web pages casually.
come
To move toward a place or arrive there.
across
From one side to the other side of something.
video
A recording of moving pictures, often with sound.
end
The final part of a time, story, road, or activity.
says
The third-person form of say: speaks words or gives information.
strike
To hit someone or something with force.
chord
A group of musical notes played at the same time.
inspiration
A person, idea, or feeling that gives someone the desire to do something creative or good.
served
The past form of serve: gave food, help, or service to someone.
adequate
Good enough for a particular need or purpose.
goal
Something you want to achieve; also a score in a game.
dictate
To say words for someone to write, or control what happens.
linear
Arranged in a straight line, or developing step by step in one direction.
sequence
A set of things or events arranged in a particular order.
endless
Continuing for a very long time or seeming not to finish.
loop
A curved shape or path that bends around and returns; in computing, repeated instructions.
start
To begin doing something or to make something begin.
wherever
In, at, or to any place, or it does not matter where.
wanna
An informal spoken form of want to.
far
At, to, or by a great distance.
efficient
Working well without wasting time, money, or energy.
let
To allow something to happen, or to rent property to someone.
become
To start to be something different, or to develop into a new state.
necessary
Needed for a purpose, or unable to be avoided.
further
At or to a greater distance, degree, or level.
thanks
Words or actions that show you are grateful.
genius
A person with very great intelligence, creativity, or skill.
unmotivated
Not wanting to work, study, or make an effort.
just
Only or simply, with nothing more.
really
Used to say something is true, strong, or more than expected.
helpful
Giving useful support, advice, or information.
actually
Used to show what is true, real, or different from what was expected.
without
Not having or using someone or something.
huge
Very large in size, amount, or importance.
inspirational
A person or thing that gives others hope, courage, or motivation.
epiphany
A sudden moment of understanding something important.
shower
A device or place for washing under falling water.
monotonous
Boring because it stays the same and has little variety.
actions
The plural form of action: something done to deal with a situation or produce a result.
using
The present participle of use: doing something with a tool, method, or resource.
sit
To rest with your body supported by your bottom on a chair or surface.
wait
To stay in a place or delay action until something happens.
brush
A tool with hairs or stiff parts used for cleaning, painting, or arranging hair.
teeth
The plural form of tooth: hard white parts in the mouth used for biting and chewing.
little
Small in size, amount, age, or importance.
constructive
Useful and intended to help improve something.
give
To hand something to someone, or provide something for someone.
write
To form letters, words, or numbers, or create text such as messages, stories, or reports.
giant
A very large person, animal, or thing; in stories, a huge human-like being.
essay
A short piece of writing about a subject.
yourself
The same person being spoken to; used when that person does the action or is affected by it.
oh
A spoken sound used to show surprise, understanding, pain, or another quick feeling.
word
A unit of language that has meaning and can be spoken or written.
gonna
Informally means going to before another verb when talking about the future.
open
Not closed, covered, or blocked; willing to share or accept ideas.
doc
A short informal word for doctor or document.
whatever
Used before a noun to mean any thing or amount of that kind.
mind
The part of a person that thinks, feels, remembers, and decides.
minute
A period of sixty seconds, or a short written record of a meeting.
once
One time only; also at some time in the past.
tend
To usually behave in a particular way, or to take care of someone or something.
want
To wish for something, or need something.
because
For the reason that something is true or happened.
you've
The short form of you have.
convince
To make someone believe that something is true.
essence
The most important quality or basic nature of something.
strategy
A careful plan for reaching a goal or dealing with a problem.
number
A word or symbol that shows an amount, position, or phone contact.
seems
The present form of seem: gives the impression of being something.
reward
To give someone something good for helpful behavior, effort, or achievement.
small
Not large in size, amount, number, or importance.
wins
The plural form of win: victories or successful results.
follow
To go after someone or something, or to accept instructions or information.
channel
A television station, route, or way for communication or movement.
am
The first-person present form of be.
pat
To touch someone or something lightly several times with a flat hand.
back
Toward an earlier place, position, or state.
everyone
All the people in a group.
gets
The third-person singular form of get: receives, obtains, becomes, understands, or arrives.
award
A prize or official payment given for achievement or loss.
kind
A group or type of person or thing with similar features.
guy
A man, or an informal word for any person.
boat
A small or medium vehicle that travels on water.
might
Shows that something is possible or could happen.
cringe
To move back or feel embarrassed because something is unpleasant or awkward.
thought
An idea, opinion, or act of thinking in the mind.
like
Similar to someone or something, or in the same way as them.
know
To have information, understanding, or experience of something.
capable
Able to do something well or successfully.
much
A large amount of something, used with uncountable nouns.
especially
In a specific manner or degree connected with this expression.
vulnerable
Easily hurt, harmed, attacked, or affected.
situation
The set of facts or conditions that affect what is happening.
psychological
Involving the mind, feelings, or mental processes.
necessity
Something that is needed, or a situation that makes something unavoidable.
everything
All things, facts, or matters.
fact
Something that is true or known to have happened.
basically
Used to say the main or simple truth about something.
sides
The plural form of side: outer parts, surfaces, teams, or positions.
brain
The organ in the head that controls thought, feeling, and movement.
talking
The present participle of talk: speaking or having a conversation.
right
Something a person is morally or legally allowed to have, do, or receive.
leave
To go away from a place; to let something remain somewhere.
primal
Basic, ancient, and driven by strong natural feelings or needs.
part
One piece, section, or role of something larger.
closer
A person or thing that finishes or completes something.
stem
The main thin part of a plant, glass, or word that supports other parts.
responsible
Having a duty to do something; able to be trusted to act sensibly.
emotion
A strong feeling such as love, fear, anger, or happiness.
stuff
Things, materials, or belongings when you do not name them exactly.
logical
Based on clear reason and sensible steps.
abstract
A short summary of an article or talk, or an idea not tied to objects.
present
In a place now, or existing at the current time.
prefrontal
The front part of the brain's frontal area, linked with planning and judgment.
cortex
The outer layer of an organ, especially the brain.
use
To do something with an object, tool, method, or ability.
side
One of the flat or outer parts of something.
important
Having great value, meaning, or effect; needing attention.
too
More than is wanted or possible; also or as well.
negotiation
A formal discussion in which people try to reach an agreement.
slave
A person who is legally owned by another person and forced to work.
driver
A person who controls a car, bus, or other vehicle.
won't
The short form of will not, used to say that something will not happen or someone refuses.
feel
To experience an emotion, physical sense, or opinion about something.
listened
The past form of listen: gave attention to a sound or someone's words.
it'll
The short form of it will.
lash
An eyelash.
wants
The third-person singular form of want: needs, wishes for, or would like something.
almost
Very nearly, but not completely.
high
Far above the ground, or greater than the usual amount, level, or degree.
judgment
The ability to make sensible decisions; also a decision or opinion after considering facts.
provide
To give someone something they need or make it available.
compassionate
Kind and caring toward people who suffer.
guidance
Advice or help that shows someone what to do or how to act.
gradually
Slowly, by small steps or changes over time.
win
To be the best or first in a game, competition, election, or fight.
lazy
Not wanting to work or use much energy.
pretty
Attractive in a pleasant, delicate, or charming way.
around
In a circle, nearby, or in different parts of a place.
day
A period of twenty-four hours, or the time between morning and night.
nice
A kind or pleasant quality in someone or something.
clothes
Items people wear on their bodies.
clean
To remove dirt from a place or thing.
kitchen
A room where people cook and prepare food.
tired
Needing rest or sleep because of work, activity, or lack of energy.
agitate
To make someone upset, or to stir a liquid strongly.
break
A short rest, a pause, or a damaged place in something.
sound
Something that you hear, or the quality of what is heard.
suspect
To think that something may be true or that someone may be guilty.
knows
The third-person present form of know: has information, understanding, or experience.
lot
A large amount or number; also an area of land used for a purpose.
easy
Not difficult to do, understand, or deal with.
days
The plural form of day: periods of twenty-four hours.
binge
To do too much of something, especially eating, drinking, or watching.
dopamine
A brain chemical that affects movement, pleasure, and motivation.
relax
To rest and become less worried, tense, or strict.
good
Of high quality, pleasant, useful, or morally right.
how
In what way or by what method.
heck
A mild word used to show surprise, anger, or emphasis.
suppose
To think something is probably true, especially without being certain.
rut
A deep track made by wheels, or a boring fixed way of living or working.
ride
To travel on a bicycle, animal, or vehicle by sitting on it.
sunset
The time in the evening when the sun goes down.
tip
The pointed end of something, a useful piece of advice, or extra money given for service.
three
The number 3, or a written symbol for this number.
progressive
Supporting change and reform, or developing gradually over time.
overload
Too much work, information, weight, or electrical demand for something to handle.
similar
Almost the same in appearance, character, or meaning.
philosophy
The study of basic questions about life, knowledge, values, and reality.
lift
To raise someone or something to a higher position.
weights
The plural form of weight: heavy objects used for exercise, measuring, or holding things down.
stronger
The comparative form of strong: having more power, force, or effect.
instead
In place of someone or something else.
crazy
Very strange, foolish, or excited.
amounts
The plural form of amount: quantities or totals of something.
long
Measuring a great distance or time from one end to the other.
periods
The plural form of period: lengths of time or marks ending sentences.
massage
To press and rub someone's muscles with the hands.
organically
In a natural way, without being forced or artificially planned.
grow
To become bigger or older; to make plants develop.
lifestyle
The way a person or group lives, including habits, work, food, and free time.
productive
Making good results or a useful amount of work.
every
Used before a singular noun to mean all members of a group.
while
During the time that something happens, or although something is true.
comparing
The -ing form of compare: doing that action or continuing that process.
yesterday
The day before today.
rather
Used to mean quite, fairly, or to show preference for one thing instead of another.
someone
A person whose name or identity is not known or not stated.
else
Different or additional.
today
On this day, not yesterday or tomorrow.
develop
To grow, change, or make something become more advanced.
game
An activity or sport with rules; wild animals hunted for food or sport.
plan
A set of ideas or steps for doing something in the future.
course
A set of lessons, or the direction in which something moves.
seven
The number 7.
realistic
Possible and sensible because it is based on facts, or looking like real life.
try
To make an effort to do something or to test whether something works.
sudden
Happening quickly and unexpectedly.
can't
The short form of cannot: is not able or is not allowed to do something.
internet
To go online or put something online; this verb use is informal and uncommon.
sufficient
Enough for a particular need or purpose.
bit
A small amount or piece of something.
happy
Feeling pleased, cheerful, or satisfied.
next
Coming immediately after the present one or after another thing in order.
remind
To make someone remember something they need to know or do.
wasn't
The short form of was not.
bad
Not good, pleasant, correct, or acceptable.
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