incentive
Translation
incentive, inducement, stimulus
Examples
The company offers a financial incentive.
The company offers a financial incentive.
There is little incentive for people to save money.
There is little incentive for people to save money.
Grammar Patterns
an incentive ((for sb.)) ((to do sth.)) something that encourages a person to do something The bonus was an incentive for them to work harder.
Similar Words
Synonyms: motivation, stimulus, inducement; Antonyms: disincentive, deterrent
Etymology
From Latin 'incentivus' meaning 'setting the tune, inciting', from 'in-' (into) + 'canere' (to sing). It originally referred to a musician leading a march.
Memory Tips
Think of 'in-cent-ive' as giving someone a 'cent' (money) as a motive to do something.