PERSECUTE Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word persecute. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word persecute. (close relations)

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persecutor persecuted persecutes persecution persecuting

Best Alternative Words for PERSECUTE


Rank	Word	Save?	More Syns..	Usage	Type
1	oppress				verbv
2	harass				verbv
3	discriminate				verbv
4	maltreat				verbv
5	mistreat				verbv
6	torment				verb, nounv, n
7	tyrannize				verbv
8	victimize				verbv
9	annoy				verbv
10	distress				nounn
11	worry				verb, nounv, n

Best Hypernyms For PERSECUTE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for persecute, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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