August 5, 2026
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.