What is the meaning of usurious?

adjective

  • Greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation.
    • usage: "exorbitant rent"; "extortionate prices"; "spends an outrageous amount on entertainment"; "usurious interest rate"; "unconscionable spending"
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