Added 10 October 2026 disincentive /ˌdɪsɪnˈsɛntɪv/ noun Categories: FeelingsRare Words noun ! Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about disincentive at Wordnik → Where our words come from → A negative motivational influence. Related Words: deterrencedissuasivedissuasiondeterrentimpedimenthindranceobstructionobstaclediscouragementpunitivepunishmentconstraint Back to today's word