gamification

American  

[gey-muh-fi-key-shuhn] / ˌgeɪ mə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən /

noun

1. the process of turning an activity or task into a game or something resembling a game.

   Teachers can use gamification to motivate their students.

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Etymology

Origin of gamification

First recorded in 2000–05; game ¹ + -i- + -fication

Example Sentences

“Love Is Blind”’s gamification dangles the promise of a deeper emotional connection, which was especially appealing when lockdowns closed community third spaces and further cemented TV as a dominant cultural hub.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

Regnier said the EC was concerned about the "addictive" nature of Shein's website, and the "gamification" of the platform, including its "rewards programme" for consumers.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

In some cases that can look like gamification, where companies use casino-style tactics to keep you engaged.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025

Here, the smartphone gamification is used to prod a narrative rather than define it, a reminder to me that “D&D” is in some ways a story creation tool.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2025

And because I’m highly susceptible to gamification, I am now going to go look up the names of more wildflowers so I can make more columns.

From Slate • Mar. 24, 2024