In literature, a motive refers to the reason behind a character's actions or behavior. It provides insight into the character's thoughts, feelings, and intentions, enhancing the depth and complexity of the narrative. Motives help drive the plot forward and contribute to the development of characters and themes.
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Andrew Louis has written: 'The motive of renunciation in modern German literature--' -- subject(s): German literature, History and criticism
I am assuming you mean as in "motivation." Motive means the determination of a certain phenomena that is not obvious.
it means to eat an ancient fruit
motive, means, and opportunity
romantic in literature means that
The term profit motive is used in economics. It means the concept or goal a company uses to make money.
They have 3 main factors: Motive, Means and Mobility. Motive: Companies control the costs of producing goods and services as the general motive is profit. Means: The banks provide the means for the companies so that they can grow by being provided with finance. Mobility: Increasing the transport and communications help the TNC's to grow as they can access more areas in a shorter timespan.
A by-motive is a hidden motive.
Greek literature. Hellenic means Greek.
An ulterior motive is a motive that they have beyond the main motive. They often do not show that they have this motive and it is often not good. The ulterior motive is almost always has it for their own good only.
He is looking for a wife. He says he means to wive it in Padua.