Word Games Pro Dictionary
martyr
noun
verb
One who suffers for the sake of principle
Quick reference
Word Facts
How it sounds
Pronunciation
ˈmɐːtə(ɹ)
Listen
Audio Pronunciation
Meaning
Definitions
noun
One who suffers for the sake of principle
noun
One who voluntarily suffers death as the penalty for refusing to renounce their religion
verb
Torture and torment like a martyr
verb
Kill as a martyr
“Saint Sebastian was martyred”
In context
Example Sentences
Saint Sebastian was martyred
Similar words
Synonyms
Check yourself
Practise This Word
Three quick questions on this word. Nothing is recorded — practise it as often as you like.