Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incur-a-risk
verb
/ɪnˈkɜr ə rɪsk/
Definition
To expose oneself to the possibility of something undesirable or unpleasant happening.
Examples
- If you choose to invest in the stock market, you may incur a risk of losing your money.
- Driving without insurance can incur a risk of severe financial consequences.
- By ignoring the warning signs of a storm, we might incur a risk to our safety.
Meaning
Incur-a-risk means to take on the chance of something negative, often due to a decision or action one takes.
Synonyms
- Take a chance
- Expose oneself to risk
- Endanger
