/pɜrsɪˌkjut/ – Verb
Definition: 1. truy đuổi;
2. ngược đãi, khủng bố;
3. quấy rầy, làm khổ.
A more thorough explanation: Persecute, in legal terms, refers to the act of subjecting an individual or group to harassment, oppression, or ill-treatment, typically due to their race, religion, nationality, political beliefs, or membership in a particular social group. This can include actions such as discrimination, violence, or other forms of mistreatment that violate the individual’s human rights.
Example: The defendant was charged with persecuting his neighbor by repeatedly making false accusations against him.