Extortionately

/ɪkˈstɔːrʃənətli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner involving extortion or in an unreasonably excessive and exploitative way.

Etymology

From 'extortionate' plus '-ly'. Standard adverb formation from an adjective describing something exploitative.

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