gamification

[ gey-muh-fi-key-shuhn ]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gamification¹

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

Example Sentences

Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes will have a hard time providing as much entertainment to viewers around the world as this latest step in the gamification of financial markets.

From Quartz

“We wanted to break away from the anonymity and gamification that texting allows and instead create a community rooted in authenticity, where users are encouraged to be themselves without judgment,” Tele says.

From MIT Technology Review

Events are adding features like gamification, virtual cocktail hours, interactive “booths”, musical performances, speed networking and more.

From Search Engine Land

Perhaps the biggest thing you can gain out of gamification is getting your visitors subscribed to the company’s newsletter.

From Search Engine Watch

Some brands take their gamification to a whole new level by developing entire apps around their niches.

From Search Engine Watch