Vocabulary Entry

overcharge

|verb • noun

verb

To charge someone more than the proper amount.

Example Sentences

"The mechanic tried to overcharge me for the repairs."

"It is illegal for businesses to overcharge customers for services."

"Don't let them overcharge you for that item; it's on sale elsewhere."

noun

Example Sentences

"The overcharge on my bill was a significant amount."

"She filed a complaint regarding the overcharge by the restaurant."

"The customer was refunded after reporting the overcharge."