disincentive
disincentive · disincentives
That which discourages a particular behaviourThat which discourages a particular behaviour; a deterrent.
/ˌdɪsɪnˈsɛntɪv/
» The cold winter wind was definitely a disincentive to cycling.
Meaning
1 sensesThat which discourages a particular behaviour; a deterrent.
More definitions
- a negative motivational influence
Examples
1 sentencesThe cold winter wind was definitely a disincentive to cycling.
Translations
3 languagesForms
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Synonyms
1 synonymsClose in meaning
- a negative motivational influence:deterrence
Antonyms
1 antonymsWord family
2 related wordsRelateddeterrentC2
Deriveddisincentivize