inducement

/ɪnˈduːsmənt/
noun
  1. Something that is offered or given to persuade someone to do something, often a reward or benefit.
    • Free parking is a common inducement for shoppers to visit the mall.
    • The company offered a signing bonus as an inducement to attract new employees.
    • The promise of a promotion was a strong inducement for her to work overtime.
  2. The act of causing or influencing someone to do something.
    • His inducement of the witness to lie was illegal.
    • The coach's inducement of team spirit helped them win the championship.
    • The inducement of fear can be a powerful tool in advertising.
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