Associations to the word «Incentive»

Wiktionary

INCENTIVE, noun. Something that motivates, rouses, or encourages.
INCENTIVE, noun. A bonus or reward, often monetary, to work harder.
INCENTIVE, adjective. Inciting; encouraging or moving; rousing to action; stimulating.
INCENTIVE, adjective. Serving to kindle or set on fire.

Dictionary definition

INCENTIVE, noun. A positive motivational influence.
INCENTIVE, noun. An additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output.

Wise words

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.
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