C1 verb /ˈpɜːrsɪkjuːt/
persecute
खुशी
Meaning
to treat someone cruelly or unfairly, especially because of their religion, race, or beliefs
Example
Many people were persecuted for their faith during that time.
जब उसे पुरस्कार मिला, तो वह अपनी खुशी छिपा नहीं पाई।