inducement

Something that helps bring about an action or a desired result; an incentive.

The act or process of inducing.

Misrepresentation that leads a person to enter into a contract or transaction with a false understanding of the risks and obligations.

That which induces; anything that leads the mind to will or to act; that which influences one's conduct; motive; incentive.

A preamble, preface, or introductory explanation; an induction. See induction, n., 4.