Martyrdom

C1 16+

Synonyms of martyrdom

Collocations of martyrdom

religious martyrdom
Frequency: 70 %

The history of religious martyrdom is filled with stories of sacrifice and devotion.

political martyrdom
Frequency: 60 %

His political martyrdom inspired a new wave of activism in the country.

violent martyrdom
Frequency: 50 %

The history books are filled with tales of violent martyrdom in the name of various causes.

martyrdom cult
Frequency: 45 %

The group formed a martyrdom cult, glorifying those who sacrificed their lives for the cause.

martyrdom complex
Frequency: 40 %

She had a martyrdom complex, always seeing herself as a victim in every situation.

Idiomatic Expressions for martyrdom

  • Phrase: Martyr complex
    Meaning: A psychological term referring to someone who seeks out or creates situations in which they can suffer or be a victim in order to gain sympathy or attention.
    Usage: He always plays the martyr, making himself out to be the victim in every situation.