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Selfmotivated vs Motivated - What's the difference?

selfmotivated | motivated |

As a verb motivated is

(motivate).

As an adjective motivated is

enthusiastic, especially about striving toward a goal.

selfmotivated

Not English

Selfmotivated has no English definition. It may be misspelled.

English words similar to 'selfmotivated':

solvmanifold, sulfonylated

motivated

English

Verb

(head)
  • (motivate)

    • Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Enthusiastic, especially about striving toward a goal.
    • We're looking for a highly motivated individual who will fit into our fast-paced corporate culture.
  • * 2001 , Norman E. Wallen, Jack R. Fraenkel, Educational Research: A Guide to the Process , page 177,
    • It seems reasonable to assume that academically able students are more motivated' toward academic activities than those less able, and that students from higher socioeconomic levels are more ' motivated toward school than those from lower socioeconomic levels.
  • * 2009 , J. Dan Rothwell, In Mixed Company: Communicating in Small Groups and Teams , page 373,
    • In every instance, she has expressed enormous frustration with social loafers—virtual group members whose lackluster motivation leaves the bulk of group projects to members who are more motivated to excel.
  • * 2010 , Leif H. Smith, Todd M. Kays, Sports Psychology for Dummies , page 47,
    • As an athlete, you'll feel more motivated when you're confident in your skill set and believe in your ability to continue to improve.