Definitions: "mo·ti·vate" (verb) 
1.  To provide with a motive; to induce
2.  To provide with an incentive; move to action; impel
3.  To give a reason or inspiration for a course of action to someone
4.  To inspire and encourage someone to do something
5.  To give an incentive for action
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