EXTORTION
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Extortion.
Extortion - as a noun
An exorbitant charge
Unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority)
Example: "The extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty"
The felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
felony12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She was accused of extortion after demanding money from her former employer."
"The businessman was caught in an extortion scheme to blackmail his competitors."
"The documentary shed light on the extortion practices of organized crime syndicates."
"The politician was arrested for involvement in a high-profile corruption and extortion case."
"The victim reported the extortion to the police, providing evidence of the threatening messages."
Word Game Points
Is EXTORTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, extortion is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EXTORTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is EXTORTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, extortion is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEXTORTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is EXTORTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, extortion is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEXTORTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
