CHARGING Synonyms: 352 Similar and Opposite Words

charging 1 of 2

noun

as in bidding

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charging

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verb

present participle of charge

as in asking

to set or receive as a price any shop would charge $100 to repair that thing

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as in imposing

to establish or apply as a charge or penalty charges a restocking fee for returned merchandise

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as in entrusting

to give a task, duty, or responsibility to we're charging you with the care of your little sister while we're gone for the evening

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as in instructing

to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority charged the soldier to keep watch over the prisoner

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as in accusing

to make a claim of wrongdoing against he has not yet been charged with any crime

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as in filling

to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained charge a blast furnace with iron ore

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as in attacking

to take sudden, violent action against plans to charge the enemy's fortification at daybreak

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as in thrilling

to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings of the players are going into this game still charged from their upset victory the week before

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Recent Examples of charging

Noun

Up to 1,500 watts of available solar charging ensure the batteries keep powered even when parked at the campsite. — New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026 There are plenty of power bricks that promise efficient multi-device charging, but the new Anker Prime Charger actually delivers. — Justin Pot, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 The centers were expected to offer device charging, Wi-Fi, bottled water, snacks and other supplies. — Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026 Ultimately, the goal is to build a battery that is lighter, less complex, and more compact, with higher charging capacity and performance, not just in labs but in automobiles on the road. — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026 Fuel-cell forklifts are zero-emission, can be refueled quickly, maintain consistent power throughout a shift, and eliminate the space required for battery charging and change-out infrastructure. — Josh McMorrow, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 The OnePlus 16 features a 9,000mAh cell, far larger than the batteries in Google and Samsung’s phones, alongside 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging. — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 13 Oct. 2026 Understandably, not everyone is a fan of Xteink’s decision to swap the X4 Pro’s USB-C port for a proprietary charging connector. — Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 13 Oct. 2026 For those waiting at the gate, rest assured that outlets are plentiful, including cord-free magnetic charging at the desks. — Annita Katee, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

Verb

Homicide detectives obtained an arrest warrant charging Gurinder Gill with murder. — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 16 Oct. 2026 The top edge houses the power button, and the bottom edge features a USB-C port for charging and file transfer, along with a microSD card tray slot, which is very rare for ereaders and new to the Go 6. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026 Meanwhile, another shopper shared a profile describing an obsession with minimalist, one-bag travel and a preference for Anker charging products. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026 The charging document does not identify the American detainees by name. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026 The investigation resulted in a dramatic 2022 FBI search of Mar-a-Lago that recovered classified records and later produced an indictment in federal court in Florida charging Trump with dozens of felony counts. — Eric Tucker, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 This is largely due to the complex chemical reactions that occur during charging and discharging. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026 Medicare Advantage plans shift costs to enrollees A defining feature of Florida’s Medicare Advantage market is the prevalence of plans charging no monthly premium beyond the beneficiary’s required Part B expense. — Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2026 At the Meta Connect conference in September, Mark Zuckerberg (the human one) said that the company will eventually make money by charging a small commission for the agent’s transactions. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for charging

Noun

Unlike conventional shopping, bidding can offer a little thrill of competition and connection that a regular purchase may not.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
Carlos Antunes, Tap’s director for the Americas, told T+L that the airline introduced bidding with different types of travelers in mind.

— Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of bidding

Verb

During a recent town hall at the Ivy League school, one student raised the question of a Greek life ban, asking student organizers if taking that step might improve the culture on campus.

— Brittany Shammas, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026
Someone wants to hike; someone else would rather browse antique shops; a few people are already asking what’s for dinner.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of asking

Verb

The measure works largely by imposing deadlines on state agencies and courts to issue decisions quickly.

— Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026
Ukraine has accused Elon Musk's SpaceX of imposing new restrictions on its military-grade Starlink internet service without warning, disrupting Ukrainian military operations.

— Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of imposing

Verb

The Giants are entrusting Bryce Eldridge, their 21-year-old rookie, with the job of protecting Devers in the lineup.

— Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Now Norvell enters 2026 firmly on the hot seat, entrusting his future to another transfer quarterback.

— Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of entrusting

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Biola University has been instructing students in film and television for a half century, but this week, the school just south of Los Angeles enters a whole new era.

— Pat Saperstein, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026
In the case of existing worms, the software is simply hard-coded to copy itself through computer networks or to spread by instructing infected computers to send emails containing copies of the malware.

— Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of instructing

Verb

Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the arrest Sunday on X, accusing Pulido Vargas of exploiting programs meant to provide essential supplies and housing.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026
China criticized Lai’s speech, accusing him of disregarding facts and misleading the public.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of accusing

Verb

The show and encore, which take up a little over an hour, are bookended by scenes of concertgoers filling the room and then emptying it.

— Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026
Instead of customers filling their own containers, Hall plans to install a tap wall and have employees handle the refills.

— Beret Leone, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of filling

Verb

Selma Blair was arrested Sunday after allegedly attacking crew members on board a Delta flight into New York City.

— Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026
Arriving crews reported heavy fire on the third floor and began interior operations, attacking the fire with multiple handlines, Hopkins said.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026