Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
usurious
Adjective
/juːˈzjʊəriəs/
Definition
Relating to the practice of lending money at excessively high interest rates.
Examples
- The loan was usurious, leaving the borrower in a cycle of debt.
- Many people avoid usurious lenders due to the risks involved.
- Usurious practices are often regulated by law to protect consumers.
Meaning
Usurious refers to something that involves charging exorbitant rates of interest on loans, often considered exploitative or unethical.
Synonyms
- Extortionate
- Usury
- Overcharging
- Exorbitant
