What is another word for persecutes?
Pronunciation: [pˈɜːsɪkjˌuːts] (IPA) 
Persecution is an act of oppression or abuse towards someone based on their beliefs, race, gender or social status. Synonyms for the word persecutes may include mistreat, torment, harass, bully, victimize, afflict, bother, intimidate, discriminate, and oppress. These words are often used interchangeably to describe the mistreatment, cruel treatment or unjust actions towards an individual or group of people. While persecution can take many forms, it is always harmful and undermines the rights and dignity of the individuals who suffer it. Using these synonyms provides an opportunity to communicate the gravity of such actions and the urgent need to take action against them.
