incur

verb

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: in-cur (2)
English Definition

Become subject to something unwelcome or unpleasant as a result of one's own behavior.

Example Sentence

You will incur a penalty if you pay late.

US IPA /ɪnˈkɜːr/
UK IPA /ɪnˈkɜː/

Synonyms

suffer sustain experience bring upon oneself acquire

Antonyms

avoid shun elude