Meaning of the word incentive in English

What does incentive mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

incentive

US /ɪnˈsen.t̬ɪv/
UK /ɪnˈsen.t̬ɪv/
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Noun

1.

a thing that motivates or encourages one to do something

Example:
The bonus served as a strong incentive for employees to work harder.
There is no incentive for them to change their behavior.
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