Recharge: meaning, definitions and examples
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recharge
[ riหหtสษหrdส ]
mobile phone
To add credit or funds to a mobile phone account in order to make calls or use data services.
Synonyms
refill, reload, top up.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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recharge |
Suitable for situations involving batteries, electronic devices, or energy for people.
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top up |
Mostly used in British English for adding more credit to accounts, like mobile phones or public transport cards.
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refill |
Used when an empty container or object is being filled again, such as drinks, ink cartridges, or medication.
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reload |
Commonly used for weapons, computer programs, or webpages.
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Examples of usage
- I need to recharge my phone before I can make any more calls.
- Don't forget to recharge your data plan before going on your trip.
energy
To restore a battery or power source to its full capacity by connecting it to an electrical source.
Synonyms
re-energize, reboost, replenish.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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recharge |
Use 'recharge' when talking about restoring energy, typically in the context of electronic devices or personal energy levels after rest.
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re-energize |
Use 're-energize' when focusing on regaining energy or enthusiasm, often used in a motivational or wellness context.
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replenish |
Use 'replenish' when talking about refilling or restoring something to its previous level, often used with physical supplies or resources.
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reboost |
Use 'reboost' when emphasizing the act of giving a fresh boost or lift to something, which can include energy, morale, or performance.
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Examples of usage
- Make sure to recharge your laptop overnight so it's ready for tomorrow.
- The electric car needs to be recharged after a long drive.
Translations
Translations of the word "recharge" in other languages:
๐ต๐น recarregar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐเคฟเคเคพเคฐเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช aufladen
๐ฎ๐ฉ isi ulang
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะตัะตะทะฐััะดะถะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ doลadowaฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ๅ ้ปใใ (ใใ ใใงใใใ)
๐ซ๐ท recharger
๐ช๐ธ recargar
๐น๐ท yeniden ลarj etmek
๐ฐ๐ท ์ถฉ์ ํ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฅุนุงุฏุฉ ุงูุดุญู
๐จ๐ฟ dobรญt
๐ธ๐ฐ dobรญjaลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ๅ ๅผ (chลngzhรญ)
๐ธ๐ฎ napolniti
๐ฎ๐ธ endurnรฝja
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐะนัะฐ ะทะฐััะดัะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแขแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ yenidษn doldurmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ recargar
Etymology
The word 'recharge' originated from the combination of 're-' meaning 'again' and 'charge' meaning 'to store electrical energy in a battery or power source'. The term has been widely used in the context of mobile phones and energy sources, reflecting the modern need to replenish power in devices and equipment.
See also: chargeable, charged, charger, charges, charging, decharging, discharge, overcharge, supercharger, surcharge.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #14,561, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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