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exaction Definition

ex·ac·tion (eg zaks̸hən, ig-)

noun

  1. an exacting, as of money, time, etc.
  2. an excessive demand; extortion
  3. an exacted fee, tax, etc.

Etymology: ME < OFr < L exactio

exaction Synonyms

exaction

n.

  1. Extortion

    demand, levying, expropriation, blackmail; see command 1, theft.

  2. Something exacted

    fee, toll, ransom, levy; see bribe, tax 1.

exaction Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

heavy: When their substance is drained away, the peasantry will be afflicted by heavy exactions.

Converse of subject

afflict: When their substance is drained away, the peasantry will be afflicted by heavy exactions.

Noun used with modifier

information: Major improvements in concept, componentry and information exaction continue to make radar more capable in detecting and identifying targets.

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