Synonyms for

Motivating

Verb / ˈməʊtʌˌveɪtɪŋ / Another word for motivating — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To provide someone with a reason to do something or to make someone feel enthusiastic about doing something.

Synonyms & similar words

move prompt motive incite actuate motivative propel motivate motivation inspiring encouraging stimulating rousing spurring driving energizing galvanizing exciting arousing invigorating empowering uplifting cheering boosting persuading prompting swaying influencing

Synonyms by register

Formal

incentivizing stimulating propelling impetuous

Informal

inspiring energizing rousing spurring

Literary

uplifting galvanizing animating

Antonyms

discouraging demotivating disheartening depressing uninspiring unmotivating

Common collocations

  • highly motivating
  • personally motivating
  • very motivating
  • truly motivating
  • self-motivating
  • career motivating
  • financially motivating

Word family

noun motivation
verb motivate
adjective motivating
adverb motivatively

Usage note

Often used to describe factors or actions that encourage effort or drive. Can sometimes be used reflexively as 'self-motivating'.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher's pep talk was very motivating for the students.
  2. The trainer's words were very motivating, which helped the athlete to achieve their goal.
  3. The success story of the entrepreneur was very motivating for the aspiring businessman.
  4. The positive feedback from the boss was motivating for the employees.
  5. Watching the sunrise every morning is very motivating for me to start my day with energy.

Quotes

  • Nothing is more motivating than the feeling of progress.
  • Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.
  • You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.

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