: to obtain (as money) from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or unlawful use of authority or power. Other Words from extort. extorter noun. extortive \ -​ˈstȯr-​tiv \ adjective.

What does extortion someone mean?

Extortion is the wrongful use of actual or threatened force, violence, or intimidation to gain money or property from an individual or entity. Extortion generally involves a threat being made to the victim's person or property, or to their family or friends.

What does extortion mean example?

Extortion is defined as the practice of trying to get something through force, threats or blackmail. When you threaten to release embarrassing pictures of someone unless he gives you $100, this is an example of extortion.