1. providing encouragement or incentive to do something

1. present participle of motivate: providing someone with a reason for doing something

Examples

• The coach gave a motivating speech before the championship game.
• She found the success stories very motivating.
• His motivating words helped me through a difficult time.
• The teacher is motivating her students to work harder.
• The manager is motivating the team with bonus incentives.
• Reading about other people’s achievements can be quite motivating.
• The motivating factor was his desire to help others.