Definitions for: Inducement

[n] act of bringing about a desired result; "inducement of sleep"
[n] a positive motivational influence

Webster (1913) Definition: In*duce"ment, n. [From Induce.]
1. The act of inducing, or the state of being induced.

2. That which induces; a motive or consideration that leads
one to action or induces one to act; as, reward is an
inducement to toil. ``Mark the inducement.'' --Shak.

3. (Law) Matter stated by way of explanatory preamble or
introduction to the main allegations of a pleading; a
leading to.

Syn: Motive; reason; influence. See Motive.

Synonyms: incentive, inducing, motivator

Antonyms: deterrence, disincentive

See Also: causation, causing, dynamic, moral force, rational motive

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