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disincentive
[/ˌdɪs.ɪnˈsen.tɪv/]
noun
pl: disincentives
desincentivo
1.
A factor that discourages or prevents someone from taking a particular action
High taxes can be a disincentive to investment.
Impostos altos podem ser um desincentivo para o investimento.
2.
Something that reduces motivation or willingness to do something
Strict penalties act as a disincentive to crime.
Penalidades rigorosas atuam como um desincentivo ao crime.
Synonyms
deterrent
discouragement
obstacle
impediment
barrier
Antonyms
incentive
encouragement
motivation
stimulus
inducement
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
desincentivo
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
desincentivo
Standard usage in European Portuguese
General Brazilian
desestímulo
Alternative form, less formal
Related Idioms & Phrases
act as a disincentive
provide a disincentive
remove disincentives
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