Synonym Dictionary

Something that persuades or motivates someone to act.

Strengthening or support; in learning, a consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior.

An authoritative public order or decree.

In place of something else.

Something that encourages or motivates action.

Less strict or severe in judgment, discipline, or enforcement.

An action or statement that stimulates anger or a response.

Official authorization; also a penalty used to enforce a rule.

To make something firmer, more secure, or more firmly established.

An official suspension or postponement of a proceeding or its enforcement.

To take the place of someone or something, often by displacing it.