Irrational Motive (Noun)
Meaning
A motivation that is inconsistent with reason or logic.
Classification
Nouns denoting goals.
Examples
- The company's decision to invest in the failing project seemed driven by an irrational motive that put the entire business at risk.
- Her irrational motive for quitting her job was due to a minor disagreement with her coworker.
- He couldn't explain the irrational motive behind his choice to leave his successful career as a doctor.
- The politician's opponents questioned his irrational motive for pushing through the unpopular legislation.
- The team couldn't understand the coach's irrational motive for replacing the star player with an inexperienced rookie.