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exaction

/ɪɡˈzækʃən/

Translations

exactionnoun

exactions

/ɪɡˈzækʃən/

extorsionQuand il s’agit d’une demande ou d’une perception injuste, oppressive ou abusive.

The exaction of high taxes from the citizens led to widespread discontent.

L’extorsion d’impôts élevés aux citoyens a provoqué un mécontentement généralisé.

Additional translations

prélèvementPour une somme ou un impôt exigé; plus neutre que « extorsion ».

exigenceAu sens de rigueur ou de forte demande de précision et d’effort; emploi rare.

exactionTerme formel pour une somme ou une levée demandée de façon abusive ou injuste.

Synonyms

exactionnoun

The act of demanding and obtaining something, especially a payment or service, often in a forceful or unfair manner.

The exaction of high taxes from the citizens led to widespread discontent.

A fee or payment that is demanded or levied, often perceived as excessive or unjust.

The exaction imposed by the local government was criticized by the business community.

The quality or state of being exacting; rigorous demand for precision, effort, or compliance.

The exaction of scientific experimentation can be exhausting for inexperienced researchers.