1. relating to or involving extortion; obtained or characterized by the use of force, threats, or illegal pressure to obtain money or property
Usage: formal; often used in legal or financial contexts
2. excessively high in price or amount; unreasonably demanding
Usage: informal; often used to describe prices or fees

Examples

• The landlord's extortionary rent demands forced many tenants to leave the building.
• The company was accused of extortionary practices in its billing procedures.
• These extortionary prices for basic utilities are unsustainable for low-income families.
• The criminal gang used extortionary tactics to control local businesses.
• The contract contained extortionary clauses that heavily favored the larger corporation.
• Airport vendors charge extortionary fees for bottled water and snacks.