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- pronunciation:
- ihn
dus
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the act or process of inducing.
- synonyms:
- encouragement, persuasion
- similar words:
- causation, impulsion
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| definition 2: |
something used to persuade someone to a course of action; incentive.
The free use of a company car was a strong inducement for him to take the job.- synonyms:
- goad, incentive, influence, stimulus
- antonyms:
- deterrent
- similar words:
- carrot, come-on, impetus, motive, reason, stimulant
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| related words: |
bait, bribe, draw, feature, lure |
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