Reinforcers are things that increase the likelihood of a behavior recurring. The word "reinforcers" can be replaced with other synonyms such as incentives, rewards, motivators, encouragers, and stimulators. Incentives are generally used to prompt or persuade individuals to achieve certain goals in a motivational context. Rewards, on the other hand, can be used to acknowledge individuals for past achievements or good behavior. Motivators are things that drive people to take action or make decisions, while encouragers are things that give people hope and confidence in achieving their goals. Stimulators are things that facilitate action or movement towards a satisfying or pleasurable stimulus. Each synonym represents a different aspect of the concept of reinforcement and can be used interchangeably depending on the context of the situation.