upcharge

[ uhp-chahrj ]

noun

1. an additional charge:

   How much is the upcharge for white sidewall tires?

Word History and Origins

Origin of upcharge¹

up- + charge

Example Sentences

The total upcharge for the super-insulated exterior walls would be about $16,000.00.

From Seattle Times

And they want it included in the price of their room, not as an upcharge.

From Seattle Times

So, if there's a need to spend a bit of an upcharge to feel comfortable, it's certainly worth it to me.

From Salon

The program showed that customers were willing to pay the upcharge for the Preferred Sightline seats, with more than three out of every four AMC moviegoers choosing that section.

From Washington Times

For a $15 upcharge, the Sovereign pairs each of the three courses with a different beer — and each dish on the menu, whether beer-braised short ribs, cheese croquettes or saffron mussels, has its own recommended pour.

From Washington Post