incentive — something that encourages a person to do something or to work harder
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: something that encourages a person to do something or to work harder
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈsentɪv/
Example Sentences
- My mom promised me ice cream as an incentive to clean my room - suddenly I became a cleaning superhero!
- The government introduced tax incentives to encourage people to buy electric cars.
- Without proper incentives, even the laziest cat wouldn't chase a mouse - it needs the right motivation!
incentive
NOUN[/ɪnˈsentɪv/]
something that encourages a person to do something or to work harder
The bonus was the incentive nobody expected — and the team delivered everything ahead of schedule.
Put a CENT IN — and watch the IVE(r) motivation flow. (Put a CENT IN — even one — and motivation becomes ALIVE (IVE))
The incentive made everyone attentive — and suddenly the whole team became competitive.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'incentivus' meaning 'setting the tune or inciting,' derived from 'incendere' meaning 'to kindle or set on fire.' The word entered English through Old French and Medieval Latin.
Breakdown
in- (in, into) + -centiv- (from Latin canere, to sing) + -ive (adjective suffix) = incentive
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📝Examples
“My mom promised me ice cream as an incentive to clean my room - suddenly I became a cleaning superhero!”
“The government introduced tax incentives to encourage people to buy electric cars.”
“Without proper incentives, even the laziest cat wouldn't chase a mouse - it needs the right motivation!”
“The company's bonus system serves as a strong incentive for employees to exceed their sales targets.”
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