Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Extorting.
Extorting - as a verb
Obtain by coercion or intimidation
Example: "They extorted money from the executive by threatening to reveal his past to the company boss"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gougeracksqueezewringHypernyms (Closely Related)
fleecegazumphookoverchargepluckplumerobsoaksurchargeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Get or cause to become in a difficult or laborious manner
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wring fromHypernyms (Closely Related)
obtainHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The criminal was arrested for extorting money from vulnerable individuals."
"The labor union was accused of extorting dues from its members."
"The corrupt politician was caught extorting bribes from local businesses."
"The gang leader was notorious for extorting businesses in the neighborhood."
"The mafia was known for extorting protection money from shop owners."
Word Game Points
Is EXTORTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, extorting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EXTORTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is EXTORTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, extorting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEXTORTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is EXTORTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, extorting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEXTORTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.