incur

/ɪnˈkjʊər/

Definitions

1. verb

to become liable or responsible for something, especially a debt or a penalty

“The company will incur significant losses if they fail to meet their targets.”

2. verb

to get or suffer something, especially a disease or an injury

“She incurred a severe cut on her hand while cutting the glass.”

3. noun

a debt or liability, especially one that is incurred

“The company’s financial reports showed a large liability due to incurred losses.”

4. noun

a responsibility or duty, especially one that is incurred

“Her duties as a volunteer included incurred responsibilities to help the local community.”

Synonyms

  • contract
  • obtain

Antonyms

  • avoid
  • escape