Martyrize [verb]
Definition of Martyrize:
upset or hurt severely
Synonyms of Martyrize:
● Annoy
● Disturb
● Injure
● Beat
● Wound
● Abuse
● Torment
● Persecute
● Mistreat
● Maim
● Mutilate
● Oppress
● Crucify
● Smite
● Pain
● Distress
● Afflict
● Grill
● Agonize
● Wring
● Bother
● Lacerate
● Excruciate
● Irritate
● Harrow
● Try
● Wrong
● Impale
● Martyr
● Mangle
● Rack
● Whip
Opposite/Antonyms of Martyrize:
● Relieve
● Repair
● Commend
● Help
● Fix
● Cure
● Please
● Make happy
● Alleviate
● Calm
● Assuage
● Delight
● Protect
● Mend
● Heal
● Assist
● Comfort
● Appease
● Soothe
● Aid
Sentence/Example of Martyrize:
Must such people come to the Sea to martyrize the sick and to vulgarize the majesty of the Sea, that wild and true grandeur?
As to you, my brave companion—(Mylio stops; his foot has struck the iron pincers that served to martyrize Karvel the Perfect).
They cut off their limbs and antennæ and often martyrize them to death with a rabidness that sadly resembles human sentiments!