Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sustain-damage
verb
/səˈsteɪn ˈdæmɪdʒ/
Definition
To experience or endure harm or injury.
Examples
- The building sustained damage during the storm.
- He sustained damage from the car accident.
- The company will sustain damage if the product is recalled.
Meaning
The phrase ‘sustain damage’ refers to receiving a negative impact that affects the integrity or condition of something.
Synonyms
- incur harm
- suffer injury
- take a hit
