Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dispute-a-charge

verb
/dɪˈspjuːt ə tʃɑːrdʒ/
Definition
To formally challenge or contest a financial charge on a bill or invoice, typically presenting evidence to support the claim that the charge is incorrect or unjustified.
Examples
  • The customer decided to dispute a charge on her credit card after discovering a billing error.
  • After reviewing the invoice, the manager chose to dispute a charge that seemed excessive for the services rendered.
  • He filed a complaint to dispute a charge that he believed was made in error on his account.
Meaning
A situation where an individual or organization questions the validity of a specific charge, often to seek resolution or correction from the entity that issued the charge.
Synonyms
  • Challenge
  • Contest
  • Object to
  • Protest
  • Disagree with