exaction

• Существительное, обозначающее действие по требованию и получению чего-либо, особенно денег или услуги, часто с помощью силы, угроз или власти; также относится к тому, что взыскивается, например, к платежу или дани.

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.

   Взыскание

   • 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.

   Synonymsdemandextortionextractionimpositionlevyrequisitiontribute

   Antonymsdonationgiftgrant

2. Something demandedC1formal

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

   Побор

   • 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.

   Synonymschargedemandextortionfeeimpositionlevyrequirementtolltribute