Motives

/ˈmoʊtɪvz/

Synonyms for "motives" (8 found)

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Closest matches (2)

Noun(2 words)
driving forcedrivings

Strong matches (2)

Noun(2 words)

Related words (4)

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More general

6 entries
causeexplanationgoalincentivemusical conceptshort musical idea

More specific

8 entries
financial motiveideological motivejealous motiveleitmotivmusical phrasepersonal motivepolitical motiverevenge motive

Collocations

6 entries
alleged motiveseconomic motivesfinancial motiveshidden motivespersonal motivespolitical motives

Derivations

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Sample sentences

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These days, the motives for marriage are not necessarily pure.

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Reflect on your own motives when making a decision.

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I was distrustful of his motives.

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I impeached his motives.

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