unreasonable increase
[/ˌʌnˈriːzənəbəl ɪnˈkriːs/]
noun phrasepl: unreasonable increases
aumento irrazoável
1. A rise or growth in amount, price, or quantity that exceeds what is considered fair, justified, or acceptable according to normal standards or expectations
The landlord imposed an unreasonable increase in rent that tenants could not afford.
O proprietário impôs um aumento irrazoável no aluguel que os inquilinos não conseguiam pagar.
2. An excessive or disproportionate elevation that lacks logical justification or rationale
There was an unreasonable increase in prices following the company's announcement.
Houve um aumento irrazoável nos preços após o anúncio da empresa.
In Brazil, consumer protection laws (Código de Defesa do Consumidor) specifically address unreasonable increases. The term 'aumento abusivo' is often used in legal contexts and consumer advocacy. In the USA, this concept is frequently discussed in relation to rental housing, healthcare costs, and utility rates, where protections vary by state and locality.
NYC Slang
crazy markup / highway robbery (when referring to excessively high prices)
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