Extortion

Synonyms of extortion

• blackmail
• coercion
• intimidation

Antonyms of extortion

• charity
• benevolence
• generosity

Collocations of extortion

extortion money

Frequency: 80 %

The criminal demanded extortion money from the business owner.

extortion case

Frequency: 75 %

The authorities are investigating a high-profile extortion case involving a celebrity.

extortion threat

Frequency: 70 %

The victim received an extortion threat via email.

extortion racket

Frequency: 65 %

The police busted a major extortion racket in the city.

extortion scheme

Frequency: 60 %

The criminals devised an elaborate extortion scheme to target wealthy individuals.

Idiomatic Expressions for extortion

• Phrase: to have someone over a barrel
  Meaning: to have someone in a position where they are helpless and must do what you want
  Usage: The landlord has me over a barrel with these rent increases.