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extortionary

UK
/ɪkˈstɔːʃənəri/
US
/ɪkˈstɔrʃəˌnɛri/

Translations

extortionaryadjective
more extortionary
Comp.
most extortionary
Super.
UK
/ɪkˈstɔːʃənəri/
US
/ɪkˈstɔrʃəˌnɛri/
The company faced criticism for its extortionary pricing practices.
Компания столкнулась с критикой за свои вымогательские ценовые практики.
Synonyms
extortionate
usurious
exorbitant
overcharging
profiteering

Definitions

extortionaryadjective
Relating to or involving extortion, especially in terms of excessive or unfair demands.
The extortionary interest rates charged by the loan shark left many borrowers in financial ruin.
Characterized by exorbitant or oppressive prices, charges, or taxation.
Consumers protested the extortionary prices of essential medicines.
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