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Meaning of incentivizing
The primary meaning of the word "incentivizing" is to motivate or encourage someone to do something by offering them a reward or advantage.
Etymology of incentivizing
The word "incentivizing" comes from the noun "incentive", which has its roots in the Latin word "incentivus", meaning "setting the tune" or "urging on"
The word "incentive" has been used in English since the 16th century to refer to a motivation or encouragement, and the verb "incentivize" emerged in the mid-20th century as a way to describe the act of providing such motivation
Synonyms
motivating
encouraging
stimulating
prompting
inducing
persuading
convincing
enticing
luring
tempting
coaxing
urging
prodding
spurring
goading
driving
pushing
inspiring
energizing
activating
animating
invigorating
revitalizing
refreshing
rejuvenating
rewarding
compensating
remunerating
repaying
gratifying
satisfying
pleasing
delighting
appealing
attracting
alluring
captivating
fascinating
intriguing
interesting
engaging
absorbing
enchanting
Definitions
- To motivate or encourage someone to do something by offering them a reward or advantage
- * To provide a reason or incentive for someone to take a particular action or make a particular decision
Usage Examples
- The company is incentivizing employees to meet their sales targets by offering bonuses and rewards
- * The government is incentivizing businesses to invest in renewable energy by offering tax credits and subsidies
- * The teacher is incentivizing her students to learn by offering extra credit and prizes for good grades
Antonyms
discouraging
deterring
hindering
obstructing
blocking
preventing
restricting
limiting
suppressing
stifling
discouraging
disheartening
dispiriting
dejecting
depressing
disappointing
disillusioning
demotivating
demoralizing
disenchating
repelling
repulsing
detesting
abhorring
loathing