martyrlike

adj

Etymology

From martyr + -like.

  1. derived from μάρτυρ
  2. derived from martyr
  3. inherited from martyr
  4. inherited from martir
  5. suffixed as martyrlike — “martyr + like

Definitions

  1. Resembling or characteristic of a martyr.

    • Jesus, very noble and martyrlike from the first, repeatedly holds gestures of benediction or crucifixion, sometimes (a particularly artful trick of Limón’s) at the same time; Judas is forever conflicted by inspiration and jealousy.

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