Motivations
/ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) The underlying reasons or incentives that drive a person or entity to act, particularly relevant in assessing intent or state of mind in legal contexts.
The court examined the defendant's motivations to determine whether the act was premeditated.
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- motivation
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Commentary
In legal contexts, understanding motivations assists in establishing intent and culpability; motivations differ from legal intent but often inform it.
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