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persecute

IPA: //ˈpɜːrsɪkjuːt//

KK: /pɚˈsɪkjut/

transitive verb

Definition: To treat someone cruelly or unfairly over a long period, often because of their beliefs or identity.

Example: Many people were persecuted for their religious beliefs in the past.

persecution

IPA: //ˌpɜːrsɪˈkjuːʃən//

KK: /pɚˈsɪkjuːʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of treating someone cruelly or unfairly because of their race, religion, or beliefs.

Example: Many people fled their countries to escape persecution for their beliefs.

persecutor

IPA: /ˈpɜːrsɪkjuːtə/

KK: /ˈpɜrsɪˌkjʊtər/

noun

Definition: A person who treats someone cruelly or unfairly, often repeatedly, especially because of their beliefs or identity.

Example: The persecutor faced legal consequences for their actions against the minority group.

persecutory

IPA: //ˌpɜːrsɪˈkjuːtəri//

KK: /ˈpɜrsɪkjʊtəri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of treating someone cruelly or unfairly, often repeatedly, especially because of their beliefs or identity.

Example: The persecutory behavior of the group led to widespread fear among the community.

perseverance

IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪərəns/

KK: /pɚˈsɛvərəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of continuing to try to achieve something even when it is difficult or when you face challenges.

Example: Her perseverance in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

perseveration

IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪəreɪʃən/

KK: /ˌpɜrsəˈvɪreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of repeating something, like a word or action, even when it is no longer needed or appropriate, often due to a psychological condition.

Example: His perseveration on the same topic made it difficult for others to join the conversation.

perseverative

IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɛrətɪv/

KK: /pɚˈsɛvəˌreɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of continuing to do something despite difficulties or obstacles.

Example: His perseverative behavior in solving the puzzle impressed everyone.

persevere

IPA: //pərˈsɪvɪr//

KK: /pɚˈsɪvɪr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To continue trying to do something despite difficulties or challenges.

Example: Even when things got tough, she chose to persevere and finish her project.

persevering

IPA: /pərˈsɪvərɪŋ/

KK: /pɚˈsɪvɪrɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having the quality of continuing to try despite difficulties or obstacles.

Example: She is known for her persevering spirit, never giving up on her dreams.

noun

Definition: The quality of continuing to try to achieve something despite difficulties or delays in achieving success.

Example: Her perseverance in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

verb

Definition: To continue trying to do something despite difficulties or delays in achieving success.

Example: She is persevering in her studies, even when the material is challenging.

perseveringly

IPA: /pərˈsɪvərɪŋli/

KK: /pɜrˈsɪvərɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows determination and persistence in doing something despite difficulties or delays.

Example: She worked perseveringly on her project, even when faced with many challenges.

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