What does extortionate mean?
Definitions for extortionate
ɪkˈstɔr ʃə nɪtex·tor·tion·ate
This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word extortionate.
Princeton's WordNet
exorbitant, extortionate, outrageous, steep, unconscionable, usuriousadjective
greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
"exorbitant rent"; "extortionate prices"; "spends an outrageous amount on entertainment"; "usurious interest rate"; "unconscionable spending"
Wiktionary
extortionateadjective
of, related to or typifying extortion
extortionateadjective
greatly exceeding what is reasonable or moderate; exorbitant
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extortionate
Extortionate refers to the act or practice of demanding or charging an excessively or unreasonably high price, or compelling someone to do something by using force or threats. It often applies in the context of loans or interest rates, where the amount charged is exorbitantly higher than is typically considered fair or acceptable.
Webster Dictionary
Extortionateadjective
characterized by extortion; oppressive; hard
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of extortionate in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of extortionate in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
Examples of extortionate in a Sentence
Uber is a notoriously predatory company that has long denied its drivers a living wage. Its attempt to acquire Grubhub - which has a history of exploiting local restaurants through deceptive tactics and extortionate fees - marks a new low in pandemic profiteering.
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