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Chargeable: meaning, definitions and examples

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chargeable

 

[ ˈtʃɑːrdʒəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

financial

Capable of being charged, as with a financial transaction.

Synonyms

billable, debitable, payable

Examples of usage

  • The service is chargeable to your credit card.
  • The hotel offers chargeable services such as room service and laundry.
Context #2 | Adjective

legal

Subject to a formal accusation of having committed a crime.

Synonyms

accusable, blameworthy, culpable

Examples of usage

  • The suspect was deemed chargeable for the theft.
  • The evidence made him chargeable for the crime.

Translations

Translations of the word "chargeable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recarregável

🇮🇳 चार्ज करने योग्य

🇩🇪 aufladbar

🇮🇩 dapat diisi ulang

🇺🇦 зарядний

🇵🇱 ładowalny

🇯🇵 充電可能な

🇫🇷 rechargeable

🇪🇸 recargable

🇹🇷 şarj edilebilir

🇰🇷 충전 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل لإعادة الشحن

🇨🇿 dobíjecí

🇸🇰 nabíjateľný

🇨🇳 可充电的

🇸🇮 polnljiv

🇮🇸 endurhlaðanlegur

🇰🇿 қайта зарядталатын

🇬🇪 დატენვადი

🇦🇿 doldurula bilən

🇲🇽 recargable

Etymology

The word 'chargeable' originated from the verb 'charge' in the late Middle English period. It has evolved to encompass various meanings, including financial transactions and legal accusations. The term reflects the shift towards a more transactional and accountability-focused society.

See also: charged, charger, charges, charging, decharging, discharge, overcharge, recharge, supercharger, surcharge.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,185 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.