PERSECUTE


Meaning of PERSECUTE in English

verb

1.

Synonyms: wrong , aggrieve, oppress, outrage

Related Word: dragoon, rack, torment, torture

Contrasted words: back, champion, support, uphold

2.

Synonyms: molest , bait, heckle, torment

Related Word: worry; hound, ride

Contrasted words: humor, indulge, pamper; accommodate, favor, oblige

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