noun
excessive profits; unfair profit
Refers to unreasonably high profits, often in business or economic contexts. Can imply exploitation or price gouging.
その会社は暴利をむさぼっていると非難された。
The company was criticized for reaping excessive profits.
noun
exorbitant interest; usury
Specifically used for extremely high interest rates on loans, often illegal or unethical.
暴利を取る貸金業者が問題になった。
Moneylenders charging exorbitant interest became a problem.