persecution

noun

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There are 4 syllables in the word persecution.

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per · se · cu · tion

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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:

abuse

aggravation

anger

annoyance

bothering

discrimination against

disturbance

exasperation

harassment

ill-treatment

ill-usage

irritation

maltreatment

mistreatment

molestation

offence

oppression

rendition

subjugation

teasing

torment

torture

torturing

trouble

tyrannization

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Antonyms for persecution:

aid

assistance

backing

comfort

contentment

cooperation

delight

ease

easement

facilitation

furtherance

guidance

happiness

help

helping hand

joy

ministration

mitigation

peace

pleasure

protection

relief

stimulation

succor

succour

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