Definitions of rational motive
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a motive that can be defended by reasoning or logical argument
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ground, reason
a rational motive for a belief or action
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incentive, inducement, motivator
a positive motivational influence
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deterrence, disincentive
a negative motivational influence
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occasion
reason
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account, score
grounds
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wherefore, why
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores'
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dynamic, moral force
an efficient incentive
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type of:
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motivation, motive, need
the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior
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