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INCENTIVE

(noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Incentive.

How to pronounce incentive:

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Incentive - as a noun

A positive motivational influence

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inducement15motivator14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
rational motive
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
disincentive18

An additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bonus7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
payment14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Incentive - as an adjective

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

Serving to kindle or set on fire.

Example Sentences

"Companies often use financial incentives to attract and retain talented employees."
"The government introduced tax incentives to encourage investment in renewable energy."
"Salespeople are motivated by the incentive of earning commissions on their sales."
"The company offers performance-based incentives to boost employee productivity."
"Providing bonuses can serve as an incentive for workers to achieve higher goals."
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Word Game Points

Is INCENTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, incentive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INCENTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is INCENTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, incentive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INCENTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is INCENTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, incentive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INCENTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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