overcharge
/ˌoʊvərˈtʃɑːrdʒ/
o · ver · charge
ˌoʊ · vər · ˈtʃɑːrdʒ
English Definition
v. to charge too much money
Significado en Español
cobrar de más, sobrecargar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tính giá quá cao, thu phí quá mức
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Example Sentence
The mechanic tried to overcharge us for repairs.
这名修理工试图对维修多收我们的钱。
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “overcharge”:
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A
overbill
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B
undercharge
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C
discount
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D
reduce
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A — overbill.
“overcharge” means v. to charge too much money
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The dishonest little shop tried to ______ the tourists for a simple meal.
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A
overcharge
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B
refund
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C
discount
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D
reward
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A — overcharge.
“overcharge” means v. to charge too much money
Common questions about “overcharge”
What does “overcharge” mean?
overcharge — v. to charge too much money. In Chinese: 多收钱，过高收费.
How do you pronounce “overcharge”?
overcharge is pronounced /ˌoʊvərˈtʃɑːrdʒ/. It breaks into 3 syllables: o · ver · charge.
How do you use “overcharge” in a sentence?
The mechanic tried to overcharge us for repairs. (这名修理工试图对维修多收我们的钱。)
What are synonyms for “overcharge”?
overbill, gouge, rip off — all close in meaning to overcharge (v. to charge too much money).
Is “overcharge” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. overcharge appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
