Definition of exaction Exaction

/ɪgzæˈkʃʌn/ - [igzakshun] - ex•ac•tion

We found 7 definitions of exaction from 5 different sources.

What does exaction mean?

Plural: exactions

exaction - act of demanding or levying by force or authority; "exaction of tribute"; "exaction of various dues and fees"

demand the act of demanding; "the kidnapper's exorbitant demands for money"

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exaction (Noun)
The act of demanding with authority, and compelling to pay or yield; compulsion to give or furnish; a levying by force; a driving to compliance; as, the exaction to tribute or of obedience; hence, extortion.
exaction (Noun)
That which is exacted; a severe tribute; a fee, reward, or contribution, demanded or levied with severity or injustice.

exaction (n.)
The act of demanding with authority, and compelling to pay or yield; compulsion to give or furnish; a levying by force; a driving to compliance; as, the exaction to tribute or of obedience; hence, extortion.
exaction (n.)
That which is exacted; a severe tribute; a fee, reward, or contribution, demanded or levied with severity or injustice.