Dictionary entryCEFR B2noun

incentive

IPA pronunciation: /ɪnˈsentɪv/

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Russian meaning

стимул, побуждение

English definition

Something that motivates or encourages a person to do something.

Example

The company offers bonuses as an incentive for hard work.

Collocations

financial incentive
incentive program
provide an incentive
strong incentive

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