La persecución
Example: La persecución de minorías fue común en esa época histórica.
Definition
"La persecución" refers to the systematic and persistent harassment or oppression of individuals or groups, often based on ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs. It involves actions intended to harm, intimidate, or discriminate against the targeted minorities or communities.
Etymology
The term "la persecución" comes from the Spanish verb "perseguir," which means to chase or pursue. This verb traces back to the Latin 'persequi,' combining 'per-' (thoroughly) and 'sequi' (to follow). Did you know that the root reflects the sense of relentlessly following or hunting someone down, which perfectly fits the concept of persecution?
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"La persecución" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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