unmotivated

adjective

un·mo·ti·vat·ed ˌən-ˈmō-tə-ˌvā-təd

: not motivated: such as

: lacking an appropriate or understandable motive

unmotivated behavior

unmotivated desires

: lacking drive or enthusiasm

unmotivated students

… declined to compete in the last Olympics because she was unmotivated and out of shape …—

Christopher Clarey

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Poor mental health in the workplace can result in burnout and exhaustion, which leads to high turnover rates, failure to meet deadlines or targets and a generally unmotivated workforce. —

Kendra Davenport, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 The absence of vulnerability from leaders can create a culture of fear and disengagement, where people feel undervalued and unmotivated. —

Krystyna Larrave, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 Currently in the throes of regret about missing meds and feeling unmotivated and irritable as a result, despite my original plan to run with the dog. —

R29 Team, refinery29.com, 23 Oct. 2024 Starting a new job can be both exciting and challenging, especially for Gen Zers who often encounter unfair stereotypes like being labeled lazy or unmotivated. —

Tess Brigham, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unmotivated