How Do You Spell MOTIVATING?

Pronunciation: [mˈə͡ʊtɪvˌe͡ɪtɪŋ] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the word "motivating" is often misspelled as "motivational". The correct pronunciation is /ˈmoʊtɪˌveɪtɪŋ/, where the stress is on the second syllable, "-ti-". The reason for the common misspelling is likely due to the similar sound of the suffix "-ational" and the correct suffix "-ating". However, "motivating" is a verb form of motivation, while "motivational" is an adjective form, which emphasizes the intention of encouraging or inspiring someone.

MOTIVATING Meaning and Definition

  1. Motivating is an adjective used to describe something that serves to stimulate, encourage, or inspire a person's willingness, drive, or enthusiasm for accomplishing a task, achieving a goal, or pursuing an objective. It refers to the action or influence that propels an individual towards taking action, pushing themselves to overcome obstacles, and maintaining a positive attitude throughout the process.

    The term "motivating" typically relates to the provision of incentives, rewards, or positive reinforcement that appeals to a person's desires, interests, or values, stimulating them to exert effort and strive for success. It entails the ability to inspire and uplift someone, often by appealing to their intrinsic motivations, such as a sense of purpose, a desire for personal growth, or a need to achieve self-fulfillment.

    Inducing motivation can be accomplished through various means, such as effective communication, constructive feedback, setting attainable goals, highlighting the benefits and potential rewards, or creating a supportive and inclusive environment. Motivating factors can differ greatly between individuals, as motivation is a highly personal and subjective experience.

    Overall, a motivating environment or influence helps individuals to tap into their inherent drive, passion, and determination, enhancing their commitment, productivity, and overall performance. It plays a crucial role in inspiring individuals to surpass challenges, overcome setbacks, and persist in their pursuits to achieve their desired outcomes.

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Etymology of MOTIVATING

The term "motivating" comes from the verb "motivate", which is derived from the word "motive". "Motive" originates from the Latin word "motivus", meaning "moving" or "causing motion". Over time, the term "motive" evolved and became associated with factors that stimulate action or behavior. The suffix "-ing" is added to create the present participle form of the verb, turning "motivate" into "motivating", which describes the action of providing reasons or incentives to encourage or inspire someone.

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Conjugate verb Motivating

CONDITIONAL

I would motivate
we would motivate
you would motivate
he/she/it would motivate
they would motivate

FUTURE

I will motivate
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they will motivate

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have motivated
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he/she/it will have motivated
they will have motivated

PAST

I motivated
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you motivated
he/she/it motivated
they motivated

PAST PERFECT

I had motivated
we had motivated
you had motivated
he/she/it had motivated
they had motivated

PRESENT

I motivate
we motivate
you motivate
he/she/it motivates
they motivate

PRESENT PERFECT

I have motivated
we have motivated
you have motivated
he/she/it has motivated
they have motivated
I am motivating
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I was motivating
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