Meaning & use
unmotivated
Lacking the enthusiasm or drive needed to do something or work toward a goal.
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The unmotivated intern spent most afternoons scrolling on his phone instead of working.
After the disappointing results, the whole team felt unmotivated to keep training.
A note on using this word
Unmotivated describes a temporary or situational lack of drive, distinct from 'lazy,' which suggests a more permanent character trait.
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