Meaning of the word martyr in English
What does martyr mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
martyr
US /ˈmɑːr.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈmɑː.tər/
Noun
1.
a person who is killed because of their religious or other beliefs
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He was revered as a martyr for the cause of freedom.
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The early Christians honored the martyrs who died for their faith.
2.
a person who displays or exaggerates their suffering in order to obtain sympathy or admiration
Example:
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She's always playing the martyr to make us feel guilty.
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I'm tired of your martyr act.
Verb
to kill someone because of their beliefs
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He was martyred for his political convictions.