persecute

Phonetic Respelling: [ pur-si-kyoot ]

Definition:

v. to cause persistent suffering to; to disturb the peace of mind of someone especially by repeated disagreeable acts

Sentence:

They will persecute you for your beliefs.

More example sentences:

They will persecute you for your beliefs.

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''If a few people persecute somebody, most of us pretend it isn't happening, right?'' What does 'persecute' mean?

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Synonyms:

afflict; curse; torment; torture

Antonyms:

assist; help; deliver

How many syllables in persecute?

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Divide persecute into syllables:

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