Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

PERSECUTION

Oppression

The most appropriate synonym of the given word "persecution" is oppression.

• Perfection is the state of being completely free from flaws or mistakes.
• Affliction is a state of great suffering or distress.
• Stimulation is the act of exciting or causing something to happen.

Oppression is the unjust or cruel exercise of power or authority. It is the most similar to persecution because it means the mistreatment of a person or group because of their race, religion, ethnicity, or other beliefs.