Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incur-the-wrath-of
idiomatic expression
/ɪnˈkɜr ðə ræθ ʌv/
Definition
to bring upon oneself anger or ire, usually as a result of one’s actions or decisions.
Examples
- By ignoring the rules, he managed to incur the wrath of his supervisor.
- Her careless remarks incurred the wrath of her colleagues.
- The politician’s decision to raise taxes incurred the wrath of the voters.
Meaning
When someone incurs the wrath of another, they make that person very angry, typically due to a specific wrongdoing or provocation.
Synonyms
- invoke anger
- provoke ire
- bring on displeasure
- arouse anger
