extortionate

/ɪkˈstɔrʃənɪt/
adjective
  1. Much too high or unreasonable; especially used to describe prices, fees, or demands that are excessive and unfair.
    • Many people complained about the extortionate cost of parking in the city center.
    • The lawyer's fees were extortionate, far beyond what anyone would consider reasonable.
    • The hotel charged extortionate rates for a simple room during the festival.
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