motivating
2 synonyms for motivating, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Giving someone the drive or incentive to act.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
motivative
How to use motivating
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
motivating factor
motivating speech
Frequently asked questions
What does “motivating” mean?
The word “motivating” means giving someone the drive or incentive to act. In plain terms, something that inspires or drives you to act.
How do you use “motivating” in a sentence?
Here is “motivating” used in a sentence: “The coach's halftime speech was genuinely motivating.”
What part of speech is “motivating”?
“Motivating” is an adjective.
Is “motivating” a common word?
“Motivating” is an uncommon word in modern English.
