1. past tense and past participle of incur; to become subject to something unpleasant as a result of one’s actions
Usage: often used with costs, debts, expenses, or penalties

Examples

• The company incurred heavy losses during the recession.
• She incurred a penalty for late payment of her taxes.
• The project incurred unexpected costs due to delays.
• He incurred his parents’ disapproval by dropping out of college.
• The accident incurred significant medical expenses.
• The business incurred debt to expand operations.