Incur

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnˈkɜːr/

Incur (verb)

  1. To experience a cost, loss, or damage as a result of an action or situation.
  2. To become responsible for a risk, penalty, or negative result because of what you do.
  3. To bring upon yourself a problem, criticism, or unwanted situation.

Examples

  • The repair work can incur extra costs.
  • Delays incur financial loss for the company.