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Meaning of incentive
a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something
Etymology of incentive
The word "incentive" has its roots in the Latin word "incentivus," which means "setting the tune" or "inciting," derived from "incantare," meaning "to sing" or "to chant"
The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe a motivator or encourager
Synonyms
motivation
stimulus
inducement
encouragement
reward
bonus
perk
benefit
advantage
impetus
drive
push
spur
goad
prod
prompt
inspiration
catalyst
trigger
impulse
stimulation
motivation
incitement
enticement
allurement
attraction
lure
bait
prize
incentive
motivation
motivation
encouragement
motivation
stimulation
Definitions
- A payment or concession to stimulate greater output or investment
- * A thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something
- * A payment made to someone to encourage them to work more efficiently or to produce more
Usage Examples
- The company offered a bonus as an incentive to meet the sales target
- * The new policy provides an incentive for employees to work more efficiently
- * The incentive of a higher salary motivated her to change jobs
Antonyms
deterrent
hindrance
obstacle
barrier
discouragement
disincentive
penalty
punishment
fine
disadvantage
drawback
impediment
handicap
hindrance
obstruction
blockage
setback
disincentive
demotivator