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Meaning of incentives
The primary meaning of "incentives" refers to a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something.
Etymology of incentives
The word "incentives" originated from the Latin word "incentivus," meaning "setting the tune" or "serving as a stimulus," which is derived from "in" (meaning "on" or "upon") and "cantus" (meaning "song") or "incantare" (meaning "to sing into" or "to chant"), and the suffix "-ive," which forms an adjective indicating a tendency or function.
Synonyms
motivation
rewards
inducements
benefits
bonuses
perks
stimuli
encouragement
promotion
inspiration
drive
impetus
stimulus
spur
goad
motivators
encouragements
promotions
inspirations
drives
impetuses
stimuli
spurs
goads
lures
attractions
enticements
allures
temptations
bait
prizes
awards
honors
recognition
credits
incentives
motivators
Definitions
- A payment or concession to encourage or motivate someone to do something
- * A thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something
Usage Examples
- The company offers incentives to employees who meet their sales targets
- * The government provides incentives for businesses to invest in renewable energy
- * The new policy includes incentives for students to pursue careers in science and technology
Antonyms
deterrents
disincentives
penalties
punishments
fines
obstacles
hindrances
barriers
impediments
discouragements
detractions
drawbacks
disadvantages
handicaps
setbacks
disincentives
deterrents
restraints
constraints
restrictions
limitations
impediments