self-motivated
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/ˌself ˈməʊtɪveɪtɪd/
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/ˌself ˈməʊtɪveɪtɪd/
A person who is self-motivated can push themselves to work hard without needing others to tell them what to do.
A self-motivated student will study diligently without needing constant reminders from their teacher.