incentive

• Существительное, обозначающее то, что мотивирует или побуждает человека к действию, часто в форме вознаграждения, выгоды или финансового стимула.

A noun referring to something that motivates or encourages a person to take action, often in the form of a reward, benefit, or financial inducement.

1. Motivation or rewardB2formal

   Something that encourages or motivates a person to do something, often a reward or benefit.

   Стимул

   • The company offered a bonus as an incentive for meeting sales targets.
   • Tax breaks are a common incentive for small businesses.
   • The promise of a promotion was a strong incentive for him to work harder.

   Synonymsbribecatalystencouragementimpetusincitementinducementmotivationrewardspurstimulus

   Antonymsdeterrentdiscouragementdisincentive

2. Financial inducementB2formal

   A specific financial reward or benefit designed to encourage a particular action or behavior.

   Финансовое поощрение

   • The government provided cash incentives for installing solar panels.
   • Employees received a performance-based incentive at the end of the year.
   • The incentive program helped reduce energy consumption in the office.

   Synonymsbonusbountycarrotinducementperkpremiumrewardsweetener