persecute
(verb)
verb
1. cause to suffer
- Some religious groups are persecuted in some countries
Similar word(s): oppress
Definition categories: social, bedevil, crucify, dun, frustrate, rag, torment
Sentences with persecute as a verb:
- "Do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you." – Matt. 5:44.