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persecution

/ˌpɜː.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən/

/ˌpɜr.sɪˈkju.ʃən/

persecutionnoun

persecutions

Translations

The persecution of religious minorities is a serious issue.

Преследование религиозных меньшинств является серьезной проблемой.

The historical records show the persecution of early Christians.

Исторические записи показывают гонение на первых христиан.

Additional translations

Definitions

The act of subjecting someone to hostility and ill-treatment, especially because of their race, political or religious beliefs.

The persecution of the minority group led to international condemnation.

Persistent annoyance or harassment.

She felt a sense of persecution from her colleagues due to her differing opinions.

Synonyms

persecutionadjective

/ˌpɜː.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən/

/ˌpɜr.sɪˈkju.ʃən/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "persecution complex").

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of persecution; used attributively before a noun.

She researched the persecution narratives recorded in the archives.

Synonyms