Incentive synonyms
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In point lace, the net of small meshes upon which the embroidered pattern is applied.
That which serves to incite, support, promote or advance, as favor, countenance, reward etc.; incentive; increase of confidence; as, the fine arts find little encouragement among a rude people.
purpose (related)
The object toward which one strives or for which something exists; an aim or goal:
(Bot.) A slender, tubelike structure formed by a basal extension of one or more petals or sepals, often serving as a nectar receptacle; calcar
(Law) An introductory statement of facts or background information.
The act or process of motivating:
Some inner drive, impulse, intention, etc. that causes a person to do something or act in a certain way; incentive; goal
Something that has an impact or an effect on an organism so that its behavior is modified in a detectable way.
A source, beginning, or motive:
A substance that starts or speeds up a chemical reaction while undergoing no permanent change itself. The enzymes in saliva, for example, are catalysts in digestion.
That which entices, or incites to evil; means of allurement; an alluring object; as, an enticement to sin.
A portion of food or drink, as a refreshment taken on a journey; also, a stop for rest and refreshment.
Importance, claim to notice, regard.
(Mathematics) The value computed from a square matrix of numbers by a rule of combining products of the matrix entries and that characterizes the solvablitity of simultaneous linear equations. Its absolute value can be interpreted as an area or volume.
A statement, exposition, or explanation of reasons or principles
A long, pointed stick used to prod animals.
A call issued to party members in a lawmaking body to ensure attendance at a particular time.
An impulse that prompts action or effort:
(Electronics) A surge of electrical power in one direction.
The definition of influence is the power that someone has over someone or something.
A device consisting of a bunch of feathers on the end of a long cord, often baited with food: it is used in falconry to recall the hawk
Something intended to attract, as in an advertisement.
Attractiveness; appeal, charisma. [from 16th c.]
The ability or power to persuade:
Something, such as a sudden creative act or idea, that is inspired:
Exhortation is defined as the act or process of making a strong urging or appeal.
A call to act; encouragement to act, often in an illegal fashion.
reason why
reason (related)
An excuse: a thought or a consideration offered in support of a determination or an opinion; that which is offered or accepted as an explanation.
The tendency to attract.
Anything that stimulates or livens up; piquant element
The act or an instance of inciting; stimulation.
inducementprovocation
(Figuratively) A small amount of something, such as an idea, that has the potential to become something greater, just as a spark can start a fire.
The definition of a stimulant is something that raises activity and interest levels, or raises the level of physiological or nervous activity in the body.
deterrent (antonym)
Deterrent is defined as something that prevents or blocks.
turn off (antonym)
(Idiomatic) Something that repulses, disgusts, or discourages, especially sexually.
A provocation to action; a stimulus:
A person, device or substance that stimulates.
cause (related)
A basis for an action or response; a reason:
Anything given or provided for free in addition to what is usual, agreed to, or legally due.
disincentive (antonym)
That which discourages a particular behaviour; a deterrent.
The act of tempting
The act of instigating, or the state of being instigated; incitement; especially to evil or wickedness.
A reward offered for desired behavior; an inducement:
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