Definition
martyrdom
noun
- the suffering of death on account of adherence to a cause and especially to one’s religious faith
- extreme suffering for a cause or principle
- the condition of being a martyr
Examples
- The saint’s martyrdom inspired countless followers.
- She faced martyrdom rather than renounce her beliefs.
- His martyrdom became a symbol of resistance.
- The early Christians often chose martyrdom over conversion.
- The activist’s martyrdom galvanized the movement.
- Stories of martyrdom filled the religious texts.
- He embraced martyrdom for his political cause.