Persecute

Definition of Persecute

1. Cause to suffer Verb

Synonyms for word "persecute"

oppress

Semanticaly linked words with "persecute"

bedevil
crucify
dun
frustrate
rag
torment
purge

Lexical Analysis for "persecute"

persecution
Noun
derivation
1
1. the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion)
persecutor
Noun
derivation
1
1. someone who torments

Words Rhyme with persecute

acute
electrocute
elocute
execute
persecute
prosecute
scute
subacute

Etymology for persecute

etymologically related prosecute
etymologically related sequel
etymologically related sequence
etymological origin of persécuter [French]
is derived from persecuted
is derived from persecutes
is derived from persecuting

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