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blackmailer

UK
/ˈblækˌmeɪlə/
US
/ˈblækˌmeɪlər/

Translations

blackmailernoun
blackmailers
pl
UK
/ˈblækˌmeɪlə/
US
/ˈblækˌmeɪlər/
The blackmailer demanded a large sum of money.
Шантажист потребовал большую сумму денег.
Additional translations
вымогатель
Synonyms
extortionist
shakedown artist
coercer
threatener
intimidator

Definitions

blackmailernoun
A person who demands money or another benefit from someone in return for not revealing compromising or damaging information about them.
The blackmailer threatened to release the private photos unless he was paid a large sum of money.
A person who uses threats, pressure, or manipulation—whether financial, emotional, or reputational—to coerce someone into doing something against their will.
Online blackmailers exploit personal data to force victims into unwanted actions.
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