Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
upcharge
noun
/ˈʌpˌtʃɑrdʒ/
Definition
An additional fee charged for a specific service or product variation.
Examples
- The restaurant applied an upcharge for substituting fries with a salad.
- When booking the hotel room, there was an upcharge for ocean view accommodations.
- Many retailers impose an upcharge for gift wrapping services.
Meaning
Upcharge refers to the practice of charging customers more than the standard price for optional features or upgrades.
Synonyms
- Additional charge
- Extra fee
- Surcharge
