Overcharge
(verb)
To charge more than the normal or fair price.
Origin:
The word 'overcharge' is derived from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'more than' and the verb 'charge' meaning 'to demand payment or to set a price'. it refers to charging more than the normal or fair price.
Examples:
- The store overcharged me for the items I bought.
- The taxi driver overcharged us for the ride to the airport.
- The mechanic overcharged me for the repairs on my car.
- The hotel overcharged us for the extra amenities we requested.
- The service provider overcharged me for the services they provided.