English Explanatory Dictionary

extrinsic motivation

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The motivation to participate in an activity based on attaining an external goal, such as garnering praise and approval, or receiving an award or payment, rather than engaging in an activity for its own sake.

Word forms

extrinsic motivation extrinsic motivations
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