Meaning & Definition of word "Incur"

Incur

/ɪnˈkɜːr/

1. To become subject to (something unwelcome or unpleasant) as a result of one's own actions.
- Example: If you fail to pay your bills on time, you may incur late fees.
2. To bring upon oneself; to acquire or accumulate as a result of actions undertaken.
- Example: The company incurred significant losses due to the poor economic climate.
3. To subject oneself to a risk or consequence.
- Example: By ignoring the warning signs, she incurred the danger of a severe injury.
4. To become liable to; to suffer from.
- Example: He incurred a fine for parking in a no-parking zone.

Middle English, from Latin 'incurrere', meaning 'to run into'.

incur expenses:

To take on costs related to some activity.

incur debt:

To become obligated to pay back money borrowed.

incur penalties:

To face negative consequences for not following rules.

accrue:

To accumulate or increase over time.

liable:

Legally responsible.

debt:

Money owed to someone.

Meaning: To take a hit.

Example Sentence: He really incurred a hit on his savings after that investment.

Meaning: To bite the bullet.

Example Sentence: I guess I have to incur the debt if I want to buy that car.