charged
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /tʃɑrdʒd/
KK: /tʃɑrdʒd/
adjective
Definition
Having strong feelings or emotions that can be easily felt or seen.
Example
The speech was charged with passion and enthusiasm, inspiring everyone in the audience.
Conversation
Did you see that movie last night?
Yeah, it was really charged with emotions!
I couldn't believe how charged the final scene was.
I know, right? It really makes you think about life.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
emotional
intense
passionate
Antonyms
calm
indifferent
unemotional
verb
Definition
To have been given a responsibility or duty, or to have been accused of a crime.
Example
He was charged with theft after the investigation.
Tense Forms
Past: charged
Past Participle: charged
Conversation
Did you remember to take the charger for your phone?
Yeah, I charged it last night, so it should be fine.
Good thinking! I usually forget to check mine.
Root Explanation
Charged → It is formed from "charge" (from Old French *charger*, meaning to load or burden) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle). The word "charged" means having been loaded or burdened with something, often referring to an electrical state or responsibility.
Memory Tip
Think of something that has been 'loaded' or 'burdened' — that's what 'charged' means, as it indicates something that has received a load or responsibility.
Visually Confused Words
uncharged
caged
uncharge
recharge
encharge
carnaged