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Persecutes Definition

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verb

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of persecute.

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Synonyms:
  • Synonyms:
  • wrongs
  • outrages
  • oppresses
  • aggrieves
  • afflicts
  • victimizes
  • ill-treats
  • imprisons
  • harasses
  • racks
  • hectors
  • flogs
  • strikes
  • baits
  • beats
Antonyms:
  • Antonyms:
  • encourages
  • endorses
  • patronizes
  • rewards
  • commends
  • soothes
  • consoles
  • comforts

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