Definitions

incentivize

[in-sen-ti-vahyz] / ɪnˈsɛn tɪˌvaɪz /

VERB

incite to action or greater effort often with a reward

Synonyms

STRONGEST

encourage motivate

STRONG

boost excite stimulate

WEAK

actuate energize galvanize impel incite innervate inspire lead move propel rouse tap

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deter disincentivize

STRONG

discourage

Example Sentences

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“Finally, the United States should incentivize and reward American companies that source U.S.-produced critical minerals and derivative products.”

From Barron's

By 2035, around 25 million barrels a day of new oil projects will be required to keep markets in balance, with oil prices rising to incentivize additional upstream investment.

From The Wall Street Journal

Making these loans assumable is a “great idea,” Dworkin said, as it could reduce the cost of buying a home and incentivize sellers to put their home on the market.

From MarketWatch

It will also replenish a pot of 60 million shares the company uses to incentivize employees.

From MarketWatch

If approved, it would also replenish a pot of 60 million shares the company uses to incentivize employees.

From MarketWatch