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Meaning of incentive

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

incentive

Pronunciation:/ɪnˈsɛntɪv/

noun

Definitions

  1. Something that motivates, rouses, or encourages.

    Example: I have no incentive to do housework right now.

  2. A bonus or reward, often monetary, to work harder.

    Example: Management offered the sales team a $500 incentive for each car sold.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Inciting; encouraging or moving; rousing to action; stimulating.

  2. Serving to kindle or set on fire.