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Martyr definition
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A martyr (noun) — a person who suffers death or severe persecution because of their religious beliefs, political convictions, or a deeply held cause. By extension, it can mean anyone who endures great suffering or sacrifice for a principle or group.
Verb: to martyr — to kill, torture, or otherwise cause someone great suffering because of their beliefs; or to subject someone to prolonged suffering.
Notes:
- Origin: from Greek martys, “witness.”
- Usage can be religious (early Christian martyrs) or secular/political (activists killed for a cause).
- Informal/pejorative use: someone who exaggerates suffering for attention (“playing the martyr” or “martyr complex”).
Verb: to martyr — to kill, torture, or otherwise cause someone great suffering because of their beliefs; or to subject someone to prolonged suffering.
Notes:
- Origin: from Greek martys, “witness.”
- Usage can be religious (early Christian martyrs) or secular/political (activists killed for a cause).
- Informal/pejorative use: someone who exaggerates suffering for attention (“playing the martyr” or “martyr complex”).
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