incentive

/ɪnˈsɛntɪv/adjective

Serving to encourage action; motivating people to do something.

Example sentences

“The firm runs an incentive program for its top sellers.”
“Bonus points act as an incentive reward for loyal customers.”

Usually a noun in practice: companies offer incentives, and 'an incentive to work' takes 'to' plus a verb.

Featured as word of the day on August 5, 2026.

Related words

incessantContinuing without a break, often to an annoying degree.incandescentGlowing with light because of intense heat; brilliantly bright.incisiveQuick, sharp, and direct in judgment or expression.inboundMoving toward a place; arriving rather than leaving.inciteTo stir people up and push them into action.inarticulateSpoken in a way that does not form clear, recognizable words.