Synonyms
Etymology

1. persecution

noun. ['ˌpɝːsəˈkjuːʃən'] the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion).

Etymology

  • persecutio (Latin)
  • persequor (Latin)

Rhymes with Persecution

  • redistribution
  • electrocution
  • counterrevolution
  • distribution
  • contribution
  • substitution
  • retribution
  • prostitution
  • prosecution
  • constitution
  • restitution
  • lilliputian
  • institution
  • execution
  • attribution
  • revolution
  • resolution
  • elocution
  • dissolution
  • diminution
  • devolution
  • confucian
  • andalusian
  • absolution
  • evolution
  • solution
  • pollution
  • dilution
  • aleutian
  • shooshan

How do you pronounce persecution?

Pronounce persecution as ˌpərsəˈkjuʃən.

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