extermination, n. [eradication], extirpation, [uprooting].

external, a. [outward], exterior, superficial, extrinsic.

extol, v. [eulogize], [praise], [laud], [exalt].

extortion, n. exaction ([undue]), [overcharge], [rapacity], vampirism.

extortionate, a. [oppressive], [exacting]; (Colloq.) [exorbitant].

extortioner, n. [harpy].

extra, a. supplemental, [additional], supplementary, supernumerary.

extract, n. essence, quintessence; excerpt, [quotation], citation, [selection].

extraordinary, a. [uncommon], [unusual], [remarkable], egregious, phenomenal, [signal], [noteworthy], exceptional, unprecedented.

extravagance, n. improvidence, prodigality, [waste]; preposterousness, [enormity], exorbitance, immoderation. Antonyms: [economy], [thrift], [frugality].