overcharge

[ˌəʊvəˈtʃɑːdʒ]

overcharge Definition

  • 1to charge someone too much money for something
  • 2to fill a container or battery with too much electric charge

Using overcharge: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overcharge" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The mechanic overcharged me for the repairs.

  • Example

    The store overcharged me for the shirt.

  • Example

    The battery was overcharged and it exploded.

  • Example

    The phone was overcharged and now it won't turn on.

overcharge Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overcharge

Antonyms for overcharge

Phrases with overcharge

  • to charge more than the appropriate or fair price for something

    Example

    The restaurant is overcharging for their food.

  • to charge a battery beyond its capacity, causing damage or explosion

    Example

    Be careful not to overcharge your phone battery.

  • to charge a customer more than the agreed or reasonable price for a product or service

    Example

    The repair shop overcharged the customer for the car parts.

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Summary: overcharge in Brief

The verb 'overcharge' [ˌəʊvəˈtʃɑːdʒ] means to charge someone too much money for something or to fill a container or battery with too much electric charge. It can be used in phrases like 'overcharge for' and 'overcharge a customer.' The term has synonyms like 'inflate' and 'surcharge,' and informal equivalents like 'gouge' and 'rip off.'