Martyrize
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Martyrize is a verb meaning (transitive) To make a martyr of (someone).
Meaning
(transitive) To make a martyr of (someone).
Example Sentences
The Roman emperor Decius is mainly remembered for the many Christians martyrized on his orders
In the article, the context in which Edward Rastellini's incarceration and death is presented, one might think that he should be martyrized for his predicament.
Word Forms
- martyrizes
- martyrizing
- martyrized
- martyrise
Synonyms for martyrize
Depending on context, synonyms include martyr.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include martyrise, heroize, mortalize, marmorealize, morbidize, heroicise.
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