Meaning Of The Word Extortionate

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extortionate
adjective: If you describe something such as a price as extortionate, you are emphasizing that it is much greater than it should be.

extortionate in American English
characterized by, or having the nature of, extortion
adjective: grossly excessive; exorbitant

extortionate in British English
adjective: (of prices, etc) excessive; exorbitant

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