PsychologySeptember 7, 2026

amotivated

ay-MOH-tuh-vay-tid

Definition

Characterized by a complete lack of desire, intention, or motivation to engage in a particular activity.

Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'a-' meaning 'not' or 'without', combined with 'motivated', which traces back to the Latin 'motivus', meaning 'moving'. It reflects a psychological state of being devoid of the internal movement or drive required to perform an action.

In the news

In the study, amotivation describes single people who have no interest or intention to pursue a romantic relationship. These individuals often successfully achieved their goal of remaining single.

Struggling to find "the one"? A new psychology study says the problem might be your underlying motivation

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