incentive

[in-sen-tiv] / ɪnˈsɛn tɪv /

NOUN

lure, inducement

Synonyms

STRONGEST

encouragement enticement impetus motivation reason stimulus

STRONG

allurement bait carrot catalyst come on consideration determinant drive excuse exhortation goad ground impulse incitement influence insistence inspiration instigation motive persuasion provocation purpose rationale spring spur stimulant stimulation temptation urge whip

WEAK

reason why

Antonyms

STRONGEST

discouragement hindrance

STRONG

deterrent dislike prevention

WEAK

block turnoff

Example Sentences

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Because public facilities have no economic incentive to bear their cost.

From The Wall Street Journal

Also, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, passed earlier this year, has tax incentives that encourage corporate investment.

From Barron's

For some households, the incentives are enough to tip decisions that had been put on hold.

From Barron's

She says building bird scarring lines has been an incentive for the members of the association.

From BBC

But if you’re willing to treat self-improvement the way you’d treat an investment—anchored in evidence, calibrated to incentives, and adjusted for your cognitive quirks—you can dramatically increase your odds of success.

From The Wall Street Journal

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