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The correct spelling is persecuted.
How to pronounce persecuted
verb
Say it like: Per-sec-ute-d
The correct spelling is persecuted. To pursue in a manner to injure, grieve, or afflict; to beset with cruelty or malignity; to harass; especially, to afflict, harass, punish, or put to death for one's race, sexua… For example: "He who persecutes one will persecute all."
Usage Examples
“He who persecutes one will persecute all.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To pursue in a manner to injure, grieve, or afflict; to beset with cruelty or malignity; to harass; especially, to afflict, harass, punish, or put to death for one's race, sexual identity, adherence to a particular religious creed, or mode of worship.
- 2.To harass with importunity; to pursue with persistent solicitations; to annoy.
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