bonus vs incentive

bonus

noun
  • An extra sum given as a premium, e.g. to an employee or to a shareholder. 

  • Something extra that is good; an added benefit. 

  • An addition to the player's score based on performance, e.g. for time remaining. 

  • One or more free throws awarded to a team when the opposing team has accumulated enough fouls. 

verb
  • To pay a bonus, premium 

incentive

noun
  • A bonus or reward, often monetary, to work harder. 

  • Something that motivates, rouses, or encourages. 

adj
  • Inciting; encouraging or moving; rousing to action; stimulating. 

  • Serving to kindle or set on fire. 

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