Persecute | Mean of persecute in English Dictionary
/ˈpɚsɪˌkjuːt/
- Verb
- to treat (someone) cruelly or unfairly especially because of race or religious or political beliefs
- The country's leaders relentlessly persecuted those who fought against the regime.
- They were persecuted for their beliefs.
- a persecuted minority/people
- to constantly annoy or bother (someone)
- He complained about being persecuted [=harassed] by the media.
