exaction

• Substantiv, das die Handlung bezeichnet, etwas – besonders Geld oder eine Leistung – zu fordern und einzutreiben, oft mit Gewalt, Drohungen oder Machtmitteln; es kann auch das so Eingeforderte selbst meinen, etwa eine Abgabe oder einen Tribut.

A noun referring to the act of demanding and obtaining something, especially money or a favor, often through force, threats, or authority; also refers to something that is exacted, such as a fee or tribute.

1. Demand for paymentC1formal

   The act of demanding and obtaining something, especially money, through force or authority.

   Eintreibung

   • The exaction of taxes from the peasants was harsh.
   • The king's exaction of tribute angered the provinces.
   • The exaction of fees for basic services was considered unfair.

   Synonymedemandextortionextractionimpositionlevyrequisitiontribute

   Antonymedonationgiftgrant

2. Something demandedC1formal

   A sum of money or other thing that is demanded or exacted.

   Erpressung

   • The exaction was paid under duress.
   • The exactions imposed by the conquerors were severe.
   • The exaction of a heavy fine was the penalty for the crime.

   Synonymechargedemandextortionfeeimpositionlevyrequirementtolltribute