Extortion and Thievery

Extortion

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

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

Thievery

Thievery noun - The unlawful taking and carrying away of property without the consent of its owner.
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Synonyms for Thievery

Extortion and thievery are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Extortion" instead a noun "Thievery".

Nearby Words: thief, thieving, thievish

How words are described

petty petty extortion petty thievery
little little extortion little thievery
accidental accidental extortion accidental thievery
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