English / word
incentive
noun B2MEANING IN ENGLISH
a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something; a payment or concession to stimulate greater output or investment; a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something; a reward or penalty that influences behavior
a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something
In context
01
A small reward is a good incentive for children to read.
02
The company offers a sales incentive each month.
Synonyms
motivation,reward,inducement
Antonyms
deterrent,penalty,disincentive
Collocations
financial incentive,tax incentive,performance incentive