Tools: Learn New Words | Secure Password Generator | Startup Tools | PDF Generator

Usurious (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 loan shark was notorious for charging usurious interest rates to desperate borrowers.
  • The company's usurious profit margins sparked widespread criticism from consumer advocacy groups.
  • She was shocked to discover that her new credit card came with a usurious APR of 30%.
  • The tourists were outraged by the usurious prices being charged for basic accommodations in the popular destination.
  • Critics accused the government of tolerating usurious fees imposed by banks on their customers.

Synonyms

  • Unconscionable
  • Extortionate
  • Exorbitant
  • Steep
  • Outrageous

Related Words

  • Usury (noun)
  Copyright © 2024 Socielo Tech. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy | Terms of use