Definition

To rush forward quickly, often in a forceful or aggressive manner.

Example

The soldiers were ordered to charge at the enemy's position.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that dog just charge at the mailman?

Yeah, it was hilarious! I thought the mailman was going to drop everything.

I know, right? That dog really knows how to charge at intruders.

I wouldn’t want to be in the mailman’s shoes when that happens!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A claim or accusation of wrongdoing, a debt recorded in an account, or a financial burden. It can also refer to a forceful attack or a quantity of explosive.

Example

The police made a charge against the suspect for theft.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new charge on my credit card statement?

Yeah, I noticed that too; it was unexpected.

I wonder what it was for — probably some subscription I forgot about.

Definition

To cause something to have an electric charge or to instruct someone formally about a duty or responsibility.

Example

The technician will charge the battery before installation.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you remember to charge your phone before the trip?

Yes, I made sure it was fully charged this time!

That's good, I always forget and end up with a dead battery.

Root Explanation

Charge → It originates from Old French 'charger' (meaning to load or burden), which comes from Latin 'carricare' (meaning to load a cart). The word 'charge' means to load or impose a responsibility or cost.

Memory Tip

Think of 'loading' something ('charger') to remember that 'charge' means to impose a load or responsibility.

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