GRE Word List

INCENTIVE

something that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action

The meaning of the word incentive is something that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action.

Random words

WordMeaning
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
deputizeto appoint as deputy
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
incursiona hostile entrance into a territory : raid
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
disproportionlack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity
wansuggestive of poor health : sickly
ambushto attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame