martyrdom

🇺🇸 /ˈmɑːrtərdəm/ 🇬🇧 /ˈmɑːtədəm/
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noun
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the suffering or death of someone for their beliefs

His martyrdom inspired many to continue fighting for freedom.

translation

n. the suffering or death of someone for their beliefs

Word Forms

Plural martyrdoms