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persecution
noun
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Divide 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:

teasingexasperationtyrannytroubletortureharassmentangeroppressionmistreatmentrendition
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Antonyms for persecution:

joypeaceministrationsuccoreasedelightsupportbackingprotectioncontentment
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