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extortion

/ɪk'stɔrʃən/

Synonyms of extortion Antonyms of extortion Examples of extortion Usage of extortion Parts of extortion Definition that contains extortion Words sounding like extortion Explanation of extortion

noun
an exorbitant charge
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type of:
overcharge
noun
the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)
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type of:
felony
noun
unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority)
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"the extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty"

type of:
exaction

Examples of extortion

"the extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty"