incentivize

verb

in·​cen·​tiv·​ize in-ˈsen-tə-ˌvīz How to pronounce incentivize (audio)
incentivized; incentivizing

transitive verb

: to provide with an incentive
would incentivize employees with stock options

Examples of incentivize in a Sentence

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The Biden administration was working on things to incentivize innovation, giving money to people willing to take on zoning challenges. Kim Velsey, Curbed, 11 Nov. 2024 Governments should support and incentivize organisations to implement Sustainable Development Goals into their operations, and policies around public transport and waste management can also help businesses lower their environmental footprint. Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 What's next: State and local governments as well as housing organizations are working to adjust zoning laws, incentivize affordable housing construction and address the high demand for housing among lower-income residents. Christine Clarridge, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024 On education, Walz emphasized the importance of supporting and incentivizing Native American teachers and ensuring essential resources are available. Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 26 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for incentivize 

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of incentivize was in 1960

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“Incentivize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/incentivize. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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