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Definition of: persecute

(pûrsə·kyoomacrt) v.t. ·cut·ed, ·cut·ing
1. To harass with cruel or oppressive treatment, especially because of race, religion, or opinions.
2. To annoy or harass persistently. [<OF persecuter <L persecutus, pp. of persequi pursue <per- thoroughly + sequi follow]
—per′se·cu
tive adjective
—per′se·cu
tor noun
Synonyms: afflict, distress, harass, harry, molest, oppress, torment, worry. See ABUSE. Antonyms: advance, advocate, aid, assist, befriend, cherish, countenance, encourage, favor, help, indulge, support, sustain, tolerate.

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