martyrise

/'mɑ:təraiz/ Cách viết khác : (martyrise) /'mɑ:təraiz/

Thân thiện

The cruel king would martyrise his prisoners in the public square.

Definition

Verb (transitive) 1. To cause someone to suffer greatly or be killed for their beliefs or principles: This is the primary meaning, referring to making someone a martyr through persecution, torture, or execution. 2. To torment or torture someone, often for a prolonged period: This sense emphasizes the infliction of severe physical or mental suffering, likening the victim's experience to that of a martyr.

Usage and Examples

• The oppressive regime sought to martyrise anyone who spoke out against its policies.
• In the historical account, the conquerors attempted to martyrise the local religious leaders to crush the faith.
• (Figurative) She felt martyrised by the constant, unreasonable demands of her job.

Advanced Usage and Notes

• "martyrise oneself": This reflexive form can imply voluntarily taking on excessive suffering or sacrifice, often with a sense of self-pity or for perceived moral superiority.
  • Example: He tends to martyrise himself for the project, refusing help and then complaining about the workload.
• The word often carries a critical or negative connotation when used outside of a strictly religious or historical context, suggesting unnecessary or self-imposed suffering.

Variants and Related Words

• Martyr (noun): A person who is killed or suffers greatly for their beliefs.
• Martyrdom (noun): The condition, sufferings, or death of a martyr.
• Martyrize (verb): An alternative spelling, identical in meaning and usage to 'martyrise'. The '-ize' spelling is more common in American English.

Synonyms

• Persecute
• Torment
• Torture
• Victimize

Antonyms

• Vindicate
• Exonerate
• Celebrate
• Reward

Học thuật

Verb

1. torture and torment like a martyr

Từ đồng nghĩa

• martyr
• martyrize