loanmonger

/ˈloʊnmɔŋɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who lends money at excessive or illegal interest rates, often in a deceitful or exploitative manner.

“The loanmonger was accused of taking advantage of the vulnerable community with his high-interest loans.”

Synonyms

  • shark
  • usurer

Antonyms

  • charity
  • philanthropist