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
Gyp and extortioner are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gyp" instead a noun "Extortioner".
Nearby Words: extortion, extortionist
Gyp
Gyp noun - An instance of the use of dishonest methods to acquire something of value.
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Synonyms for Gyp
Extortioner and gyp are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Extortioner" instead a noun "Gyp".
Nearby Word: gyps
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