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persecute

verb

/ˈpɜːrsɪkjuːt/

Meaning

to treat someone cruelly or unfairly, especially because of their religion, race, or beliefs

Many people were persecuted for their faith during that time.

persecute to the bitter end

oppress, harass, mistreat, victimize, torment

protect, defend, support

religious persecution, persecute minorities, persecute relentlessly, persecute for beliefs

To pour liquid gently from one container into another, especially without disturbing the sediment.

to send out something such as light, heat, sound, or gas

Make an action or process happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.

to take something away; to eliminate or delete

Absorb or assimilate ideas or knowledge. To drink or take in.

to tame an animal for use by humans; to adapt something for domestic use