incentive
//ɪnˈsɛntɪv//
Noun
incentiveSingular
incentivesPlural
1
Something that motivates or encourages someone to do something, especially a reward or benefit offered to increase productivity or achieve a goal.
The company offers financial incentives to employees who exceed their sales targets.
2
A payment or concession to stimulate greater output or investment.
The company offers tax incentives to encourage investment in renewable energy.
Adjective
incentiveCanonical form
1
Serving to motivate or encourage; providing an incentive.
The company introduced an incentive program to boost employee productivity.