Synonyms for

Charge

Verb / tʃɑ:rdʒ / Another word for charge — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to demand payment, to rush forward with force, to give control or responsibility

Synonyms & similar words

blame saddle calm chargeup explosivecharge flush paycash boot rouse billing bang institutionalise bill care burster shootdown commit institutionalize bearing tear point burstingcharge rush file consign bill invoice debit rush storm attack assault accuse blame accusation responsibility duty obligation direction command order instruct assign entrust commission

Synonyms by register

Formal

accuse prosecute indict arraign

Informal

blame pin on hold responsible lay into

Literary

assail impugn denounce

Antonyms

discharge release surrender acquittal exoneration freedom

Common collocations

  • charge with a crime
  • charge a fee
  • charge forward
  • charge an account
  • electric charge
  • positive charge
  • negative charge
  • full charge

Word family

noun charge
verb charge
adjective chargeable

Usage note

The word 'charge' can refer to an accusation, a price, an electrical state, or an aggressive movement. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I forgot to charge my phone overnight and now it's dead.
  2. The bull charged at the matador with full force.
  3. My boss charged me with the responsibility of completing the project on time.
  4. I will charge your credit card for the purchase.
  5. The soldiers charged the enemy's castle at dawn.

Quotes

  • Don't just stand there, charge!
  • Charge towards your goals with full force.
  • I charge you to act with courage, justice, and integrity.

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