exaction

/ɪɡˈzækʃən/noun
High School
1

The act of demanding with authority, and compelling to pay or yield; compulsion to give or furnish; a levying by force

2

extortion.

3

That which is exacted; a severe tribute; a fee, reward, or contribution, demanded or levied with severity or injustice.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing