How to pronounce the word extortionately?
extortionately
adverb
How to pronounce extortionately?
The word extortionately sounds like ex-tor-tion-ate-ly
/ɪk'stɔrʃənɪtli/
What is the definition of extortionately?
adverbto an exorbitant degree
What is the definition of 'extortionately'?
- 'Extortionately' is an adverb that means in an excessive or unfairly high manner, especially in terms of price or cost.
What part of speech is 'extortionately'?
- 'Extortionately' is an adverb.
Can you provide an example sentence using 'extortionately'?
- The hotel charges extortionately for room service.
What is the synonym of 'extortionately'?
- Exorbitantly
- Ridiculously
- Unreasonably
What is the antonym of 'extortionately'?
- Reasonably
- Affordably
- Moderately
Is 'extortionately' a formal word?
- Yes, 'extortionately' is considered a formal word.
Can 'extortionately' be used to describe something other than price or cost?
- Yes, 'extortionately' can be used to describe any excessive or unfairly high manner.
Is there a related word to 'extortionately'?
- Yes, 'extortionate' is the adjective form of 'extortionately'.
What is the origin of the word 'extortionately'?
- 'Extortionately' is derived from the verb 'extort', which comes from the Latin word 'extortus', meaning 'wrenched' or 'twisted out'. The adverb form adds the '-ly' suffix to the adjective form 'extortionate'.
Can you provide a similar word to 'extortionately'?
- Comparable words to 'extortionately' are 'exorbitantly', 'outrageously', 'preposterously'.
