extorted

Verb

To obtain something, especially money, through force or threats.

ریشه

Late Middle English from Latin 'extortus', past participle of 'extorquere', from 'ex-' 'out of' + 'torquere' 'to twist'.

مثال

• He was charged with extorting money from the businessman.
• She claimed she had been extorted by a police officer.
• The kidnappers extorted a ransom for the businessman's release.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Extorted money Extorted confession Extorted information Extorted funds