Martyr: meaning, definitions and examples

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martyr

[ ˈmɑːrtər ]

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religion

A person who is killed because of their religious or other beliefs.

Synonyms

saint, victim, zealot

Examples of usage

The martyrs were willing to die for their faith.
She was considered a martyr for her dedication to the cause.

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figurative

To suffer greatly or die for a cause, belief, or principle.

Synonyms

endure, sacrifice, suffer

Examples of usage

He would martyr himself for the greater good.
She chose to martyr her own happiness for the success of the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "martyr" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mártir

🇮🇳 शहीद

🇩🇪 Märtyrer

🇮🇩 martir

🇺🇦 мученик

🇵🇱 męczennik

🇯🇵 殉教者

🇫🇷 martyr

🇪🇸 mártir

🇹🇷 şehit

🇰🇷 순교자

🇸🇦 شهيد

🇨🇿 mučedník

🇸🇰 mučeník

🇨🇳 烈士

🇸🇮 mučenik

🇮🇸 píslavott

🇰🇿 азап шегуші

🇬🇪 მოწამე

🇦🇿 şəhid

🇲🇽 mártir

Word origin

The word 'martyr' originated from the Greek word 'martys', meaning 'witness'. In Christianity, martyrs are considered those who have died for their faith. The concept of martyrdom has been present in various religions and cultures throughout history, symbolizing sacrifice and devotion to a cause.

See also: mart, marten, martial, Martian, martlet.