Definitions

1. adjective

Tending or intended to exact or obtain money or other compensation by fines, penalties, or extortion; characterized by extortion or oppression.

“The company was accused of engaging in mulctatory practices to maximize profits.”

2. noun

A person or thing that is mulctatory; a fine or penalty exacted by extortion or oppression.

“The government imposed mulctatory taxes on the poor, exacerbating their financial struggles.”