一日一词：高考高频动词motivate及其派生词

★ motivate v.使有动力;激发;激励

2015江苏

Researchers have identified several factors that motivate people to get involved in voluntary work.

研究者已经发现促使人们参与志愿者工作的一些因素。

2016江苏

While some people are motivated by a need for success, others are motivated by a fear of failure.

有些人的动力源于对成功的渴望，而另一些人则源于害怕失败。

★ motivated adj积极的;主动的

2011湖南

After every run I feel fitter, happier and more motivated to keep progressing.

每次跑步后，我都感到更健康、更快乐、更有动力继续前进.

★motivation n.

①积极性;动力 the enthusiasm for doing sth

These methods can help improve/increase students’ motivation and interest.

这些方法能帮助增强学生的积极性和兴趣。

②动机;诱因 the need or reason for doing sth:

Escape can be a strong motivation for travel.

逃避现实可以成为旅游的一种强烈动机。