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Translate Files Persécution (en. Persecution)
/pɛʁ.se.kys.jɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Action of pursuing someone or a group with systematic violence or hostility.
The persecution of minorities is a serious issue in many parts of the world.
La persécution des minorités est un problème grave dans de nombreuses régions du monde.
State of continuous suffering due to mistreatment.
He lived in persecution for years because of his political opinions.
Il a vécu dans la persécution pendant des années à cause de ses opinions politiques.
Incessant hunting of a person.
The persecution of opponents has been condemned by human rights organizations.
La persécution des opposants a été dénoncée par les organisations de droits de l'homme.
Etymology
From the Latin 'persecutio', deriving from 'persequi' which means to follow.
Common Phrases and Expressions
religious persecution
Harassment or violence against a group due to their religious beliefs.
persecution religieuse
to be a victim of persecution
To be subjected to unfair, hostile, or violent treatment.
être victime de persécution
political persecution
Action of harassing or repressing individuals based on their political opinions.
persécution politique
Related Words
harassment
Action of relentlessly pursuing someone.
harcèlement
oppression
Submission of a group by a dominant power.
oppression
discrimination
Unequal treatment of an individual or group based on specific characteristics.
discrimination
Slang Meanings
To relentlessly hunt someone down.
He feels like he is in permanent persecution at work.
Il a l'impression d'être en persécution permanente au travail.
To continuously subject someone to trials.
He feels pursued by some form of persecution in his daily life.
Il se sent poursuivi par une sorte de persécution dans sa vie quotidienne.