EXTORTION

Definition:

1. [noun] an exorbitant charge
   
   
2. [noun] unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority); "the extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty"
   
   
3. [noun] the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)
   
   

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Related Words:

• blackmail
• protection, tribute
• shakedown