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Martyrdom

noun
/ˈmɑːrtərdəm/

Meaning

The suffering of death on account of adherence to a cause or principle
The suffering or death of a martyr.

Example Sentences

His martyrdom inspired countless others to join the freedom movement.

His martyrdom inspired many to fight for justice.

Synonyms

sacrifice, suffering, death, persecution, torture, devotion
Entry 1
sacrifice, suffering, death, persecution, torture
Entry 2
sacrifice, suffering, death, devotion

Antonyms

survival, escape, comfort, safety, protection
Entry 1
survival, escape, comfort, safety, protection
Entry 2
comfort, survival

Collocations

seek martyrdom, embrace martyrdom, martyrdom complex, path to martyrdom, martyrdom story, martyrdom for cause, glorious martyrdom
Entry 1
seek martyrdom, embrace martyrdom, martyrdom complex, path to martyrdom
Entry 2
martyrdom story, martyrdom for cause, glorious martyrdom

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