Definition

Able to be billed or charged, often referring to expenses or fees that can be added to an account.

Example

The hotel stay included several chargeable services, such as room service and laundry.

Conversation

I heard that the new app has some chargeable features now.

Really? That might be a bit annoying if they start charging us for everything.

Yeah, I agree, but some of them could actually be useful if they're worth it.

True, as long as they don’t make the basic functions chargeable too!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chargeable → It is formed from "charge" (from Old French *charger*, meaning to load or burden) and "-able" (meaning capable of being). The word "chargeable" means capable of being loaded or incurred as a cost.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'loaded' ('charge') with a cost, and the '-able' means it can happen. This helps you remember that 'chargeable' refers to something that can incur a charge.

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