Martyr
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Martyr
Noun
- One who willingly accepts being put to death or willingly accepts challenging and exposing iniquity done to oneself for adhering openly to one's religious beliefs; notably, saints canonized after red martyrdom.
"Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr."
- One who sacrifices their life, station, or something of great personal value, for the sake of principle or to sustain a cause.
- One who suffers greatly or constantly, even involuntarily.
"Stan is a martyr to arthritis, Chris a martyr to Stan's endless moaning about it."
- Someone who exaggerates their pain and suffering in order to gain sympathy.
"You have a great life! Stop trying to play the martyr!"