Synonyms for

Persecuting

Verb / ˈpɜ:sɪˌkju:tɪŋ / Another word for persecuting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of harassing, oppressing, or mistreating someone because of their race, religion, or beliefs.

Synonyms & similar words

oppress persecute oppressing tormenting harassing victimizing bullying discriminating intimidating maltreating mistreating tyrannizing abusing hounding harrying opposing ill-treating injuring harming mauling wounding pursuing

Example sentences

  1. The bully was persecuting the new student because of his accent.
  2. The witch trials in Salem involved persecuting people accused of witchcraft.
  3. The civil rights movement fought against persecuting people based on their skin color.
  4. The king ordered his soldiers to persecute anyone who disagreed with his rule.
  5. The religious minority faced constant persecution in the oppressive regime.

Quotes

  • The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. - Edmund Burke
  • “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” - Martin Luther King Jr.
  • “Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.” - Martin Luther King Jr.

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