How To Spell Gouging?
How to Pronounce Gouging?
Correct pronunciation for the word "Gouging" is [ɡˈa͡ʊd͡ʒɪŋ], [ɡˈaʊdʒɪŋ], [ɡ_ˈaʊ_dʒ_ɪ_ŋ].
What are the misspellings for Gouging?
"Gouging" in context
Gouging is a term used in several trades and industries, including airfares and finance. It typically refers to the practice of setting prices significantly higher than the market price or norm for a particular service or good. In some cases, gouging can be illegal, as setting a price significantly higher than the accepted or agreed-upon market rate can be seen as price fixing or collusion. Gouging may be seen as unethical, as it often capitalizes on people's need for a service or product, raising prices and taking advantage of a situation to make money unlawfully.
Gouging can occur in several ways.
Gouging can occur in several ways.
Usage over time for Gouging:
This graph shows how "Gouging" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.
Synonyms for Gouging:
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v.
• cheat • extort • dig • exact • perforating • gouge • excavate • dent • deceive • fleece
Nearby words
Resources
- Correct spelling for Gouging [Infographic] | Spellchecker.net
- Gouging - English spelling dictionary
- Gouging | Definition of Gouging by Merriam-Webster
- Gouging definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
- Gouging | Definition of Gouging at Dictionary.com
- Gouging dictionary definition | Gouging defined
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