bemartyr

/bəˈmɑrtər/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause someone to suffer martyrdom

“The oppressive regime was accused of bemartyring its political opponents.”

2. noun

one who suffers martyrdom

“The bemartyr was hailed as a hero by the underground movement.”

Synonyms

  • martyr
  • victim

Antonyms

  • persecutor
  • tyrant