persecution
nounDivide persecution into syllables:
per · se · cu · tion
How to pronounce persecution:
Definition of persecution:
- persecution (noun):
- prolonged ill-treatment of or violence towards someone
- the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion).
- the act or practice of persecuting especially those who differ in origin, religion, or social outlook
Synonyms for persecution:
teasingexasperationtyrannytroubletortureharassmentangeroppressionmistreatmentrenditionShow 10 more
Antonyms for persecution:
joypeaceministrationsuccoreasedelightsupportbackingprotectioncontentmentShow 11 more
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