1. something that discourages a particular action or behavior

Examples

• High taxes can be a disincentive to investment.
• The threat of punishment serves as a disincentive to crime.
• Poor working conditions create a disincentive for employees to stay.
• The complicated application process is a disincentive to participation.
• Rising costs act as a disincentive to travel.
• The policy created an unintended disincentive to work.