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persecute

The word “persecute” has 3 syllables: per-se-cute

It's pronounced as /ˈpɜrsɪˌkjut/

What is synonym and antonym for persecute?

In the thesaurus, “persecute” has 115 synonyms and 30 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for persecute along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for persecute

Antonyms for persecute

Meanings of persecute

  • verb
    1. To pursue in a manner to injure, grieve, or afflict; to beset with cruelty or malignity; to harass; especially, to afflict, harass, punish, or put to death for one's race, sexual identity, adherence to a particular religious creed, or mode of worship.
    2. To harass with importunity; to pursue with persistent solicitations; to annoy.

Example Sentences

  • Many people were forced to flee their country to avoid being persecuted.
  • Throughout history, certain groups have been persecuted for their beliefs.
  • The dictator continued to persecute political opponents.
  • Religious minorities were persecuted under the oppressive regime.
  • Activists spoke out against governments that persecute journalists.

On this page you'll find 145 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to persecute, such as: abet, afflict, affront, aggravate, agitate, agonize, aid.

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