English noun: extortion | |||
1. | extortion (possession) an exorbitant charge | ||
Broader (hypernym) | overcharge | ||
2. | extortion (act) unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority) | ||
Samples | The extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty. | ||
Broader (hypernym) | exaction | ||
3. | extortion (act) the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence) | ||
Broader (hypernym) | felony | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | blackmail, protection, shakedown, tribute | ||