Extortioner and Gangster

Extortioner

Extortioner noun - A person who gets money from another by using force or threats.
Usage example: extortioners threatened to beat up the shop owner if he didn't pay the bribe
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Synonyms for Extortioner

Gangster and extortioner are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gangster" instead a noun "Extortioner".

Nearby Words: extortion, extortionist

Gangster

Gangster noun - A violent, brutal person who is often a member of an organized gang.
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Synonyms for Gangster

Extortioner and gangster are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Extortioner" instead a noun "Gangster".

Nearby Word: gang
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