chargeable (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃɑːrdʒəbl/

Definition

Liable to be charged; subject to a charge or fee.

Examples

• The hotel charges are very high; almost everything is chargeable.

• This service is not chargeable if you are a subscriber.

• All damages to the property will be chargeable to the tenant.

How to Use chargeable

chargeable to (prepositional phrase)

To be an expense that must be paid by a particular person or account. — "All damages incurred during the stay will be chargeable to the guest."

chargeable with (prepositional phrase)

Accused of a crime or offense. — "The suspect was chargeable with theft and assault."

Synonyms of chargeable

Words with a similar meaning to chargeable:

• fee-based
• taxable
• costly
• expensive

Antonyms of chargeable

Words with the opposite meaning to chargeable:

• free
• complimentary

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