어떤 행동을 유발하는 내적 원인이나 목적.
A reason for doing something, especially one that is hidden or not immediately obvious, serving as the cause of an action.
예문:
"The police struggled to determine the killer's motive, as there was no apparent connection between the victim and the suspect."
"Her primary motive for volunteering was not altruism, but rather a desire to boost her college application."
"Financial gain is often cited as a common motive in white-collar crimes."
예술, 문학, 음악 작품에서 반복되거나 지배적인 주제나 디자인.
A recurring or dominant idea, feature, or design in an artistic, literary, or musical work; a motif.
예문:
"The composer developed the entire symphony from a simple four-note motive introduced in the opening movement."
"Religious motives are clearly visible in the architecture and stained glass of the medieval cathedral."
물리적 또는 기계적 움직임을 일으키는; 원동력이 되는.
Producing physical or mechanical motion; acting as the driving force.
예문:
"The motive power for the old factory machinery was supplied by a large steam engine."
"Engineers are constantly seeking ways to improve the efficiency of motive systems in electric vehicles."
"The motive force generated by the combustion process drives the piston downward."