Definition of extorts

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  • extorts is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • extorts is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • extorts is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of extorts

  • get or cause to become in a difficult or laborious manner (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. wring from
  • obtain by coercion or intimidation (verb)

    Examples

    1. They extorted money from the executive by threatening to reveal his past to the company boss

    Synonyms

    1. gouge
    2. rack
    3. squeeze
    4. wring
  • obtain through intimidation (verb)

See definition of extorts in Merriam Webster