mar
tyr
Plural
martyrs
1
one who suffers for the sake of principle
Synonyms:
2
someone who is killed because of their beliefs
- He is remembered as a martyr for his fight against injustice.
- Her courage made her a martyr in the struggle for civil rights.
- The martyr's death inspired many to continue the cause.
- The martyr's story was told to inspire future generations.
- The group honored the martyr who sacrificed their life for freedom.