persecute

动词

1. 1

   迫害、压迫常用被动

   Many families were persecuted for their religious beliefs.

   许多家庭因宗教信仰而遭到迫害。

2. 2

   骚扰、纠缠、烦扰

   Reporters persecuted her with questions about the scandal.

   记者不断用丑闻相关的问题纠缠她。