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Meaning of exaction

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

exaction

Pronunciation:/ɪɡˈzækʃən/

noun

Definitions

  1. The act of demanding with authority, and compelling to pay or yield; compulsion to give or furnish; a levying by force

    Example: the exaction to tribute or of obedience

  2. Extortion.

  3. That which is exacted; a severe tribute; a fee, reward, or contribution, demanded or levied with severity or injustice.