Charged
/tʃɑːrdʒd/
Definitions
3 meaningsTo formally accuse someone of committing a crime.
/tʃɑːrdʒd/
To accuse someone of a crime
The suspect was charged with theft.
💡 Simply: Imagine a superhero getting arrested – that's being charged with a crime! It means someone is officially accused of doing something wrong.
👶 For kids: Someone says you did something bad, and it's a big deal.
More Examples
She was charged with fraud.
How It's Used
"The police charged him with murder."
To ask for money in exchange for goods or services.
/tʃɑːrdʒd/
To ask for payment
They charged me too much for the repair.
💡 Simply: Like asking for money for something. The shop charged me $5 for the candy.
👶 For kids: To ask for money.
More Examples
How much do they charge for a haircut?
How It's Used
"The hotel charged me $100 for the room."
Filled with a strong emotion or energy.
/tʃɑːrdʒd/
Filled with energy or emotion
The room was charged with anticipation.
💡 Simply: Imagine a room before a big concert – everyone's excited, buzzing with energy! That's a charged atmosphere.
👶 For kids: Full of excitement!
More Examples
Her voice was charged with emotion.
How It's Used
"The atmosphere was charged with excitement."
Idioms & expressions
charged atmosphere
An atmosphere filled with tension or excitement.
"The charged atmosphere in the courtroom was palpable."
From Old French *charger (to load, burden), from Vulgar Latin *carricare (to load a cart), from Latin carrus (cart).
The word 'charged' has evolved from its original meaning of 'loaded' to encompass various metaphorical uses, reflecting shifts in societal focus over time.
Memory tip
Think of a charging bull – aggressive and accusatory.