exaction — English Dictionary

Noun

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

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   Examples

   the exaction to tribute or of obedience

2. extortion.

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

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Noun

1. act of demanding or levying by force or authority

   Broader terms

   demand

   Examples

   exaction of tribute

   exaction of various dues and fees