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Motive
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Meanings of Motive
Adjective
- Causing something to move or change position.
- Related to movement or how things move.
Verb
- To make someone want to do something.
Noun
- A reason that makes someone want to do something.
- Something that makes you act or do something.
- A part of your body that can move, like your arms or legs.
- A theme or idea that is repeated in a story or song.
Explanation of the word: Motive
A motive is the reason why someone does something. For example, if you help a friend, your motive might be to be nice or to make them happy.
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Translations for the word: Motive
hindi
प्रेरणा
prerna
कारण
kaaran
उद्देश्य
uddeshya
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Motive
What does 'motive' mean?
A motive is a reason why someone does something. It's what makes them want to act in a certain way.
How do you pronounce 'motive'?
You say 'motive' like this: MOH-tiv.
What is the origin of the word 'motive'?
The word 'motive' comes from the Latin word 'motivus', which means 'moving' or 'causing motion'.
What is the meaning of 'motive' in Hindi?
The word 'motive' in Hindi is 'प्रेरणा' (Preraṇā).