Persecutor
(noun)
- A person who persecutes or oppresses others, especially for reasons of race, religion, or political beliefs.
- Someone who harasses, mistreats or oppresses others.
Origin:
From latin persequi "to pursue, follow", from per- "thoroughly" + sequi "to follow".
Examples:
- The dictator was a ruthless persecutor of political opponents.
- He was a known persecutor of religious minorities.
- During the war, the invading army was the main persecutor of the civilians.
- The company's CEO was a notorious persecutor of employees who disagreed with him.
- She became a victim of persecution by her classmates.