What does extortion mean?
noun
The act of obtaining something from someone by force, threats, or intimidation, often in a way that is illegal or unethical. The act of demanding money or other benefits from someone by threatening to harm them or their property.
Example
"The police investigated allegations of extortion against the businessman, who was accused of using his influence to demand large sums of money from his employees."
Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.