Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
surcharge
noun
/ˈsɜrˌtʃɑrʤ/
Definition
An additional charge or payment added to the original amount.
Examples
- The airline imposed a surcharge for checked luggage.
- During peak hours, there may be a surcharge on taxi fares.
- She was surprised to see a late payment surcharge on her bill.
Meaning
A surcharge is an extra fee that is charged in addition to the normal price of a good or service. This could be for special circumstances or increased costs.
Synonyms
- additional fee
- extra charge
- premium
- markup