Surcharge(noun)
An extra charge or tax added to an existing amount.
Hindi meaning:अधिभार / अतिरिक्त शुल्क
Synonyms: Extra charge, Additional fee, Levy, Markup
Antonyms: Discount, Rebate, Refund, Waiver
Example: The government imposed a surcharge on high-income earners to raise additional revenue.
Trick to remember: Socho “sur” = extra aur “charge” = paisa—sur + charge = surcharge, yani bill ke upar extra paisa.
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