Synonyms of disincentive

disincentive

noun

as in counterincentive

Related Words

• counterincentive

Dissimilar Words

• incentive
• motivation
• impetus
• encouragement
• stimulus
• impulse
• momentum
• spur
• provocation
• stimulant
• boost
• yeast
• instigation
• inducement
• incitement
• goad
• cause
• invitation
• reason
• consideration
• motive
• incitation
• grounds
• occasion
• antecedent

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of disincentive

Chesterton’s Isabel Durkin said concentrating data centers where green energy is already available offers a disincentive for investing in new renewable energy sources and threatens the water supply in those areas. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026

But there is also a new disincentive for some of the middle-class donors who itemize their tax returns due to the new floor for itemizers being able to deduct charitable gifts. — Jon Bergdoll, The Conversation, 17 Mar. 2026

Many people worry about how benefit eligibility can create disincentives for workers to take raises, promotions, or otherwise advance in low-wage careers due to steep drop-offs in benefits eligibility. — Rob Moore, Washington Post, 26 Feb. 2026

Szulewski said the park’s current use is a disincentive for further development. — Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026