racketeer

The word “racketeer” has 3 syllables: rac-ke-teer.

It's pronounced as /ˌrækɪˈtɪər/.

What is synonym and antonym for racketeer?

In the thesaurus, “racketeer” has 12 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for racketeer along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for racketeer

blackmail
blackmailer
coerce
extort
extortionist
force
gangster
loan shark
menace
mobster
muscle
thug

Antonyms for racketeer

allow
let
permit

Meanings of racketeer

noun

One who commits crimes (especially fraud, bribery, loansharking, extortion etc.) to aid in running a shady or illegal business.
One who instigates or has involvement with a racket.

verb

To carry out illegal business activities or criminal schemes.
To commit crimes systematically as part of a criminal organization.

Example Sentences

The undercover agent worked tirelessly to bring down the notorious racketeer and dismantle the criminal organization.
Witnesses hesitated to come forward, fearing retaliation from the powerful racketeer operating in the neighborhood.
The courtroom was abuzz with tension as the prosecutor presented damning evidence against the accused racketeer.
Law enforcement agencies collaborated to apprehend the elusive racketeer responsible for a string of illegal activities.
The journalist risked it all to expose the intricate web of corruption woven by the influential racketeer.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to racketeer, such as: allow, blackmail, blackmailer, coerce, extort, extortionist, force.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.