Martyred

Pronunciation: /ˈmɑrtərd/

Definitions of martyred

verb past tense of martyr, meaning to kill someone because of their beliefs or principles

Example Sentences

A1 The soldier martyred himself for his country.

A2 The religious leader was martyred for his beliefs.

B1 The activist was martyred for speaking out against injustice.

B2 The martyrdom of the freedom fighter inspired others to continue the fight.

C1 Throughout history, many individuals have been martyred for their principles.

C2 The martyrdom of the political leader sparked a revolution in the country.

adjective showing great suffering or distress

Example Sentences

A1 The martyred soldier was honored with a medal.

A2 The martyred civilians were remembered in a memorial service.

B1 The martyred heroes were celebrated for their sacrifice.

B2 The martyred warriors were revered for their bravery.

C1 The martyred activists were hailed as martyrs for their cause.

C2 The martyred revolutionaries were immortalized in history for their actions.

Examples of martyred in a Sentence

formal The soldiers were martyred in the line of duty.

informal The rebels were martyred in the battle last night.

slang The gang member was martyred in a drive-by shooting.

figurative His reputation was martyred by the scandal.

Grammatical Forms of martyred

• past tense: martyred
• plural: martyred
• comparative: more martyred
• superlative: most martyred
• present tense: martyr
• future tense: will martyr
• perfect tense: have martyred
• continuous tense: is martyring
• singular: martyred
• positive degree: martyred
• infinitive: martyr
• gerund: martyring
• participle: martyring

Origin and Evolution of martyred

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'martyred' originated from the Middle English word 'martired' which was derived from the Old French word 'martyr', ultimately stemming from the Late Latin word 'martyr', meaning witness.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'martyred' has retained its original meaning of being killed for one's beliefs or principles, but has also come to be used more broadly to describe anyone who suffers greatly or sacrifices themselves for a cause.