Noun
ulterior motive (plural ulterior motives)
An alternative or extrinsic reason for doing something, especially when concealed or when differing from the stated or apparent reason.
Gov. Aminu Masari, who made the disclosure in Katsina while giving update on the COVID-19 situation in the state, said there was no ulterior motive to the decision to quarantine the palace. Source: Internet
But along the line, the uncle changed his mind, because he had an ulterior motive. Source: Internet
Everything they do has an ulterior motive, like taking your famous friends to a party planning meeting to score a free party. Source: Internet
However, if there was a nefarious ulterior motive, then the organization deserves legitimate criticism. Source: Internet
; arrière-pensée: ulterior motive; concealed thought, plan, or motive. ; art nouveau : a style of decoration and architecture of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Source: Internet
Once again, Lily is left wondering if Victoria has an ulterior motive for trying to run down her ex to her. Source: Internet