How to Pronounce "exacted"
word
ɪɡˈzæktɪd
ig-ZAK-tid
ɛɡzˈæktɪd
eg-ZAK-tid
Definition
To have demanded or taken something, such as payment, effort, or a penalty, especially in a strict or forceful way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪɡˈzæktɪd
British English
ɛɡzˈæktɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ig-ZAK-tid
UK
eg-ZAK-tid
Listen in Context
The king exacted high taxes from his people.
The teacher exacted strict discipline from the students.
They exacted payment before starting the work.
The disease has exacted a heavy toll on the community.