extorter

Meanings

• noun

  A person who extracts or demands money or other valuables, typically by using force or threats.

  - "The extorter demanded a ransom from the rich businessman."
  - "The mafia was known for its extortion rackets."
  - "The victim was threatened with violence if he didn't pay the extorter."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with extorter
tormentor , borrower , contorter

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Variants

List of all variants of extorter that leads to same result
extort , extorted , extorter , extorters , extorting , extortive , extorts

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Etymology

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The word 'extorter' comes from the Latin word 'extorquere', which means 'to wring out'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'extortion' is often used interchangeably with the term 'blackmail'.

2. Extortion is a criminal offense in most jurisdictions.

3. Extortion can take many forms, including email scams, phone calls, and even in-person threats.

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Related Concepts

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1. Blackmail: Blackmail is a form of extortion that involves threatening to reveal damaging information about a person unless they pay money or comply with other demands.

2. Protection Racket: A protection racket is a form of extortion where a criminal group offers to protect a business or individual from harm in exchange for regular payments.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'extortion' has been used to describe various forms of coercion and blackmail. For example, in Shakespeare's play 'Othello', Iago uses extortion to manipulate and destroy Othello's trust in Desdemona.

How to Memorize "extorter"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person threatening someone with violence or harm in order to extract money or valuables.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'extortion' with the idea of force or coercion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Extort Money Or Threats' to remember the meaning of the word.

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