Martyrdom

noun

/ˈmɑː(ɹ).tə(ɹ).dəm/

Word Frequency: 2.1

Definitions

1.nounThe condition of a martyr; the death of a martyr; the suffering of death on account of adherence to the Christian faith, or to any cause.

2.nounExtreme suffering, affliction; torment; torture, especially without reason.

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