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Vocabulary Entry
martyr
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A person who suffers or is killed because of their beliefs or principles.
Example Sentences
"The martyr was celebrated for their courage in standing up for their faith."
"Many people see her as a martyr for social justice."
"The stories of martyrs inspire countless individuals to fight for their beliefs."
V
verb
To make someone a martyr; to suffer greatly for a cause.
Example Sentences
"He felt he had to martyr himself for the greater good."
"The regime tried to martyr dissenters to instill fear."
"By speaking out, she knew she could martyr herself for the cause of truth."