1. The act of demanding or billing an unreasonably high price for goods or services
The customer complained about excessive charging on their phone bill.
O cliente reclamou sobre a cobrança excessiva na sua conta telefônica.
2. Overcharging beyond fair market value or agreed-upon rates
The repair shop was accused of excessive charging for labor costs.
A oficina foi acusada de cobrança excessiva pelos custos de mão de obra.
3. In legal contexts, billing for services not rendered or at rates higher than permissible
Excessive charging by healthcare providers is subject to regulatory penalties.
A cobrança excessiva por fornecedores de saúde está sujeita a penalidades regulatórias.