verb, past participle as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

sacrificed, persecuted, tormented

Discover More

Example Sentences

Example:The innocent were sacrificed as the country fell into chaos.

Definition:To make a sacrifice of, especially a life.

From sacrificed

Example:The religious minority was persecuted for decades under the new regime.

Definition:To harass, intimidate, or victimize, especially because of race, religion, or political belief.

From persecuted

Example:He was tormented by the effects of the chemical weapons used against his family.

Definition:To cause severe suffering or pain to; to trouble greatly; to disturb or harass severely.

From tormented