Extortion and Exploitation

Extortion

Extortion noun - The exaction of a grossly excessive charge for goods or services.
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Synonyms for Extortion

Exploitation and extortion are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Exploitation" instead a noun "Extortion".

Exploitation

Exploitation noun - An act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly).
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Synonyms for Exploitation

Extortion and exploitation are semantically related. You can use "Extortion" instead a noun "Exploitation".

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deliberate deliberate extortion deliberate exploitation
ruthless ruthless extortion ruthless exploitation
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