usury
(u-su-ry)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. the illegal action or practice of lending money at unreasonably high rates of interest
Example Sentence
The ruler banned usury in the country.
Synonyms
high rate lending; unlawful interest; exploitation
Antonyms
charitable donation
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Rhymes
- usury
- usery
- usury