incur
0 antonyms and opposites of incur, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To bring a cost, penalty, or consequence upon oneself.
How to use incur
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman encurir, from Latin incurrere ("to run into, encounter"), from in- plus currere ("to run").
Full origin of incur →Frequently asked questions
What does “incur” mean?
The word “incur” means to bring a cost, penalty, or consequence upon oneself. In plain terms, to end up facing a cost or consequence, usually an unwanted one, as a result of your own actions.
How do you pronounce “incur”?
“Incur” is pronounced ihn-KUR (/ɪnˈkɝ/ in IPA).
How do you use “incur” in a sentence?
Here is “incur” used in a sentence: “Late payments will incur an additional fee.”
What part of speech is “incur”?
“Incur” is a verb.
Where does the word “incur” come from?
The word “incur” comes from Latin. From Anglo-Norman encurir, from Latin incurrere ("to run into, encounter"), from in- plus currere ("to run").
Is “incur” a common word?
“Incur” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.