motivate

动词

1. 1

   激励、鼓舞、激发

   A good coach knows how to motivate players before a big game.

   好的教练知道在大赛前如何激励球员。

2. 2

   促使、驱使常用被动

   The attack appeared to be motivated by racial hatred.

   这起攻击事件似乎是出于种族仇恨。

3. 3

   引发学习动机、提高学习兴趣

   Games and videos can motivate students who dislike reading.

   游戏和影片能引发不喜欢阅读的学生的学习动机。