incentive
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Something that encourages a person to do something, often a reward.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
motivation
inducement
Antonyms
Usage notes
"Financial incentive" is a very common collocation.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The company offered a cash _____ to anyone who referred a new hire."
Answer: incentive
In your own words, what does "incentive" mean?
Something that encourages a person to do something, often a reward.
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