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    Persécuté (en. Persecuted)

    /pɛʁ.se.kʏ.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a person who suffers from constant pressure.
    He feels persecuted by his colleagues.
    Il se sent persécuté par ses collègues.
    Who is constantly beset by troubles or problems.
    She feels like she is being persecuted by bad luck.
    Elle a l'impression d'être persécutée par la malchance.
    The sensation of being followed or observed in a threatening manner.
    Since that incident, he believes he is being persecuted.
    Depuis cet incident, il se croit persécuté.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to persecute' derived from the Latin 'persecutio', meaning a pursuit.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To feel persecuted
    To have the impression of being constantly attacked or mistreated.
    se sentir persécuté
    Persecuted by his thoughts
    To be besieged by anxious or negative thoughts.
    persécuté par ses pensées

    Related Words

    To persecute
    The act of subjecting a person to pressure or attacks.
    persécuter
    Persecution
    The state of being subjected to suffering or harassment.
    persécution

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a difficult situation because of others.
    You're in a tough spot; it seems like you feel persecuted.
    T'es dans la mouise, on dirait que tu te sens persécuté.
    To undergo incessant criticism.
    Stop talking to him; he feels persecuted by your remarks.
    Arrête de lui parler, il se sent persécuté par tes remarques.