incentive

/ˌɪnˈsɛnɪv/

a positive motivational influence

中文释义：激励；刺激；诱因

The company offered a bonus as an incentive for employees to meet their targets.

公司提供奖金作为激励员工达成目标的诱因。

Tax breaks can serve as an incentive for small businesses to expand.

税收减免可以成为小企业扩张的激励。