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ex·tor·tion
extortion
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- pronunciation:
- ihk
stor
shn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the act or an instance of coercing someone by force, threats, or abuse of authority to give something valuable, such as money, information, excessive interest, or the like.
- similar words:
- blackmail
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definition 2: |
something that has been extorted.
- similar words:
- blackmail
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related words: |
duress, kickback, protection |
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derivation: |
extortionary (adj.) |
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