martyrdom

noun
UK: /ˈmɑːtədəm/
US: /ˈmɑːrtərdəm/

  1. The death or suffering of a martyr for their beliefs.

    1. His martyrdom inspired many others to join the cause.
    2. She faced martyrdom rather than renounce her deeply held religious beliefs.

  2. Extreme suffering or sacrifice, especially for a cause or principle.

    1. He saw his work as a form of martyrdom.
    2. Some viewed his dedication to the project as a form of professional martyrdom.

  3. The state of being a martyr.

    1. The church honors individuals who achieved martyrdom.
    2. The accounts detailed the events leading to their eventual martyrdom.

Synonyms

sacrifice suffering death torment

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "martyrdom" in English means: The death or suffering of a martyr for their beliefs., Extreme suffering or sacrifice, especially for a cause or principle., The state of being a martyr..

The phonetic transcription of "martyrdom" is /ˈmɑːtədəm/ in British English and /ˈmɑːrtərdəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "martyrdom": sacrifice, suffering, death, torment.

Example usage of "martyrdom": "His martyrdom inspired many others to join the cause.". More examples on the page.