Extortionate (Adjective)
Meaning
Greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation; "exorbitant rent"; "extortionate prices"; "spends an outrageous amount on entertainment"; "usurious interest rate"; "unconscionable spending".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new smartphone costs an extortionate amount of money, considering its features are not much different from its predecessor.
- Many people think that the price of parking in the city center is extortionate and are calling for a reduction.
- The landlord was accused of charging extortionate rent to students who had limited options for accommodation.
- Some credit card companies are being investigated for charging extortionate interest rates to vulnerable customers.
- Tourists often complain about the extortionate prices of souvenirs in popular resorts and theme parks.